Cho Jin-woong
ActingAbout Cho Jin-woong
Cho Jin-woong (조진웅) is a South Korean actor. Born Jo Won-joon on April 3, 1976, he is best known for his roles as Sejong's loyal bodyguard in Deep Rooted Tree (2011), a mobster in Nameless Gangster: Rules of the Time (2012), and a mysterious villain in A Hard Day (2014). He also gained recognition and praise for his performance as a detective in the television series Signal (2016).
Cho Jin-woong Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Cho Jin-woong reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Cho Jin-woong's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 68% of Cho Jin-woong's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Handmaiden, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Cho Jin-woong Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cho Jin-woong's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Cho Jin-woong has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Dead Man | Lee Man-jae | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Boys | Oh Jae-hyung | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Believer 2 | Won-ho | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | The Devil's Deal | Jeon Hae-woong | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Policeman's Lineage | Park Kang-yoon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | 1984, Choi Dong-won | Self - Narrator | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Me and Me | Hyung-gu | Average | Similar → |
| 2019 | Black Money | Yang Min-hyeok | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Man of Men | Yeong-gi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Jesters: The Game Changers | Deok-ho | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Intimate Strangers | Seok-ho | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Spy Gone North | Choi Hak-seong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Believer | Won-ho | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Man of Will | Kim Chang-soo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Outlaws | Head of the investigation team | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Sheriff In Town | Jong-jin | Average | Similar → |
| 2017 | Bluebeard | Seung-hoon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Run-Off | commentator | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Hunt | Park Dong-geun / Park Myung-geun | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Handmaiden | Uncle Kouzuki | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Assassination | Big Gun / Chu Sang-ok | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Salut d'Amour | Jang-soo | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Chronicle of a Blood Merchant | Mr. Ahn | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | We Are Brothers | Park Sang-yeon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Admiral: Roaring Currents | Wakizaka Yasuharu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Kundo: Age of the Rampant | Lee Tae-Ki | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | A Hard Day | Park Chang-min | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Hwayi: A Monster Boy | Ki-tae | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | My Paparotti | Chang-soo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | An Ethics Lesson | Park Myung-rok | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Man on the Edge | Prosecutor | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Perfect Number | Detective Min-bum | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Nameless Gangster | Kim Pan-ho | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Perfect Game | Kim Yong-chul | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | The Front Line | Yoo Jae-ho | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Glove | Charles | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | A Barefoot Dream | James | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Bestseller | Chan-sik | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | City Of Fathers | Han Sang-goo | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Take Off | Commentator | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | A Frozen Flower | Tae Ahn-gong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Lost and Found | Min-woo's Friend | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Guard Post | Cook | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | His Last Gift | Baek In-chul | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Gangster High | Jo Hong-kyu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | A Dirty Carnival | Young-pil | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Les Formidables | Detective Shin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Running Wild | Guryongpa Gang Member | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | My Brother | Doo-shik | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | Once Upon a Time in High School | Yasaengma Gang Member | Hit | Similar → |
Cho Jin-woong - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cho Jin-woong?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cho Jin-woong is "The Handmaiden" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Cho Jin-woong acted in?
Cho Jin-woong has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cho Jin-woong?
Other notable films include "Salut d'Amour", "The Outlaws", and "Hwayi: A Monster Boy".