Kim Ji-mi - Actor Profile

Kim Ji-mi

Acting
Updated: May 12, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 15, 1940
Birth Place: Daejeon, South Korea

About Kim Ji-mi

South Korean actress, producer, and film planner whose activity began in 1957. She was born in Daedeok, South Chungcheong province, Korea in 1940. While a student of Deokseong Girls' High School, Kim was cast to Kim Ki-young's film, Hwanghon yeolcha (황혼열차) in 1957. Kim has been commonly dubbed "Elizabeth Taylor of Korea" by the South Korean news media for her resemblance with the American actress' appearance and popularity as well as her many marriages and divorces

Kim Ji-mi Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Kim Ji-mi reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Kim Ji-mi's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Kim Ji-mi'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 Buddha, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Kim Ji-mi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kim Ji-mi's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Kim Ji-mi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1992 Myong-Ja Akiko Sonia - Hit Similar →
1988 America, America - Super Hit Similar →
1986 Gilsodom Min Hwa-yong Hit Similar →
1979 Eulhwa - Super Hit Similar →
1975 Wasteland - Super Hit Similar →
1974 The Earth - Super Hit Similar →
1972 Whirl of Betrayals on Myeongdong Yu Cheong-ja Hit Similar →
1972 A Second Mother Nam-ok Super Hit Similar →
1972 The Last Flight to Pyongyang Jeong-suk Hit Similar →
1971 The Great Hero Yi Sun Shin - Hit Similar →
1971 Quit Your Life - Super Hit Similar →
1971 A Bout in 30 Years Seol Ok-hee Hit Similar →
1970 Pagoda of No Shadow - Hit Similar →
1970 Wang-geon, the Great - Super Hit Similar →
1970 A Sword Under the Moon Royal Concubine Choi Super Hit Similar →
1969 Women of Yi-Dynasty - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Your Name Is Woman - Hit Similar →
1968 Woman - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Returned Left-handed Man Min Hye-ryeon Super Hit Similar →
1968 Herb of Desire - Hit Similar →
1968 Lady in Dream Song Ri-na Hit Similar →
1968 Prince Daewon Queen Min Super Hit Similar →
1968 Desire - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Legends - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Love - Hit Similar →
1967 Nostalgia Bo-a Super Hit Similar →
1967 Chun-Hui - Hit Similar →
1967 Why a Cuckoo Cries - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Soil - Hit Similar →
1966 Nilliri Lee Ni-ri Hit Similar →
1966 The Last Empress Queen Yun Hit Similar →
1966 A Student Boarder Hwang Jae-sook Super Hit Similar →
1966 A Salt Peddler - Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Tiger Moth - Super Hit Similar →
1965 The King and the Servant Boy Nam Ok-nyeo Hit Similar →
1964 Border Line - Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Teacher with Ten Daughters - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Buddha - Super Hit Similar →
1963 The Only Son - Hit Similar →
1962 The Gates of Hell - Hit Similar →
1962 View from an Alley Eun-mi Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Country Left Behind Kim Jeong-suk Hit Similar →
1962 Great Monk Wonhyo - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Wonsullang - Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Sea Knows Kyunghee Han Hit Similar →
1961 Lady Jang Jang Hui-bin Hit Similar →
1961 A Flower of Evil - Super Hit Similar →
1960 The Moral of Youth - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Way of the Body - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Twilight Train - Super Hit Similar →

Kim Ji-mi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kim Ji-mi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kim Ji-mi is "Buddha" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Kim Ji-mi acted in?

Kim Ji-mi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kim Ji-mi?

Other notable films include "Wang-geon, the Great", "A Flower of Evil", and "The Earth".

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