Kim Yun-seok
ActingAbout Kim Yun-seok
Kim Yoon-seok (김윤석) is a South Korean actor. He was born on January 21, 1968. Kim's theater background first led him to be cast in minor roles on film and television. His breakout role came as the villain in gambling film Tazza: The High Rollers (2006), but it was his performance as a pimp and ex-cop in surprise hit The Chaser (2008) that brought him acting awards and stardom in his forties. Kim has since become an acclaimed leading actor in Korean cinema, in films such as Running Turtle (2009), The Yellow Sea (2010), Punch (2011), and The Thieves (2012).
Kim Yun-seok Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Kim Yun-seok reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 35 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Kim Yun-seok's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 77% of Kim Yun-seok'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 Young Lover, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Kim Yun-seok Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Kim Yun-seok's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Kim Yun-seok has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Virus | Lee Gyun | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | About Family | Mu-ok | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Noryang: Deadly Sea | Admiral Yi Sun-Shin | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | Escape from Mogadishu | Ambassador Han Shin-sung | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Another Child | Dae-won | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Dark Figure of Crime | Kim Hyeong-min | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | 1987: When the Day Comes | Park Cheo-won | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | The Fortress | Kim Sang-heon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Will You Be There | Soo-hyun | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Priests | Father Kim | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Classified File | Gong Gil-yong | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | C'est Si Bon | Oh Geun-tae (40s) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Tazza: The Hidden Card | Ah-gwi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Sea Fog | Captain | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Hwayi: A Monster Boy | Seok-tae | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | South Bound | Choi Hae-gap | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | The Thieves | Macao Park | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Punch | Lee Dong-joo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Yellow Sea | Myeon Jeong-hak | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Woochi: The Demon Slayer | Hwa-dam | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Running Turtle | Detective Phil-sung | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | The Chaser | Jung-ho | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Happy Life | Seong-wook | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Tazza: The High Rollers | Ah-gwi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Like a Virgin | Dong-ku's Father | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Running Wild | Ju Hyun-tae | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | My Girl and I | Biology Teacher | Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | All for Love | Dong-man | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | To Catch a Virgin Ghost | Hak-gyu | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Big Swindle | Detective Lee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Oollala Sisters | Sachae Quik | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Kiss Me Much | Bailiff 1 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1994 | The Young Lover | Student at karaoke | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | White Blast | Gap-su | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Blue Skies of Jeju Island | - | Flop | Similar → |
Kim Yun-seok - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Kim Yun-seok?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kim Yun-seok is "The Young Lover" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Kim Yun-seok acted in?
Kim Yun-seok has been featured in at least 35 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Kim Yun-seok?
Other notable films include "1987: When the Day Comes", "The Chaser", and "Another Child".