Lee Dong-wook
ActingAbout Lee Dong-wook
Lee Dong-wook (born November 6, 1981) is a South Korean actor and model. He is best known for his leading roles in television dramas "My Girl", "Scent of a Woman", "Hotel King", "Goblin", "Strangers From Hell", "Tale of the Nine Tailed" "Bad and Crazy" and "A Shop for Killers". He made his acting debut in 1999 in an MBC single-episode drama. The PD of the drama saw him, and proceed to cast him in the teen drama "School 2". He started to gain recognition with his performance in "School 3". He enlisted in the military in August 2009, serving under the National Defense Public Relations Service. He was discharged in June 2011.
Lee Dong-wook Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lee Dong-wook reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Lee Dong-wook's work falls within the Romance genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 50% of Lee Dong-wook'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 Beauty Inside, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lee Dong-wook Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lee Dong-wook's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lee Dong-wook has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Harbin | Lee Chang-sup | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Single in Seoul | Park Young-ho | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | A Year-End Medley | Yong-jin | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | The Beauty Inside | Woo-jin 100 | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | The Recipe | Kim Hyeon-soo | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Heartbreak Library | Kim Joon Oh | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | The Perfect Couple | Kang Jae-hyuk | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Arang | Hyun-ki | Average | Similar → |
Lee Dong-wook - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lee Dong-wook?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lee Dong-wook is "The Beauty Inside" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Lee Dong-wook acted in?
Lee Dong-wook has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lee Dong-wook?
Other notable films include "Harbin", "A Year-End Medley", and "The Recipe".