
Kim Tae-ri
ActingAbout Kim Tae-ri
Kim Tae-ri (김태리) is a South Korean actress. Kim started her career appearing in theater productions and modelling in TV adverts. She made her feature film debut in Park Chan-wook's film The Handmaiden (2016) where she was chosen from among 1,500 candidates who auditioned for the role. Park's first impression of Kim reminded him strongly of his first meeting with actress Kang Hye-jung, who had her career breakthrough in Park's film Oldboy (2003). Kim also starred in 1987: When the Day Comes (2017) and Little Forest (2018).
Kim Tae-ri Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kim Tae-ri reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 12 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kim Tae-ri's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 67% of Kim Tae-ri'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 Kim Tae-ri Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kim Tae-ri's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kim Tae-ri has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Best Audience | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Lost in Starlight | Nan-young (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Alienoid: Return to the Future | Ean | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Alienoid | Ean | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Space Sweepers | Captain Jang | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Making of The Handmaiden | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Little Forest | Hye-won | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | 1987: When the Day Comes | Yeon-hee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Moon Young | Moon-young | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Handmaiden | Sook-hee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Lock Out | Woman | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | What Are You Looking At? | High School Girl | Flop | Similar → |
Kim Tae-ri - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kim Tae-ri?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kim Tae-ri is "The Handmaiden" with a rating of 8.2/10.
How many movies has Kim Tae-ri acted in?
Kim Tae-ri has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kim Tae-ri?
Other notable films include "1987: When the Day Comes", "Little Forest", and "Lost in Starlight".




