Nam Seung-min
ActingAbout Nam Seung-min
Born in Gangwon-do in 1911, his real name is Nam Tae-won. In 1935, he entered the film industry with a small role in director Bang Han-jun's Sprinkler. Afterwards, he appeared in Lee Gyu-hwan's A New Beginning (1939) and Kim Yu-young's Daffodil (1940). He appeared in a number of propaganda and cultural films, including Choi In-gyu's Children of the Sun (1944) and Kyung-kyun Shin's Our War (1945). After liberation, he appeared in director Lee Kyu-hwan's The Adventures of Smart (1946) and director Yoon Yong-gyu's Hometown of the Heart (1949). He defected to North Korea during the Korean War.
Nam Seung-min Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nam Seung-min reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Nam Seung-min's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 28% of Nam Seung-min'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 Road of Happiness, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nam Seung-min Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nam Seung-min's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nam Seung-min has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Village at the Demarcation Line | Do-kyun | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | A woman's story | old man Liu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1960 | Red Flare | old man Choi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1959 | Love the Future | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | 애국자 | Song Yong-sik | Flop | Similar → |
| 1956 | The Road of Happiness | Nam-goo Hwang | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1954 | The Miss of Guerrillas | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1953 | Scouts | Commander of the Puppet Army Division | Hit | Similar → |
| 1952 | Defenders of the native land | Byeong-su Nam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1951 | Teen Guerrillas | Secretary of the County Committee of the Labor Party | Average | Similar → |
| 1949 | A Hometown in Heart | Temple Cook | Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | The Adventure of Ttolttori | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Dear Soldier | Yoshiki Hiramatsu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Straits of Chosun | Seki | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Look Up at the Blue Sky | Patriot | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | I Will Go | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1942 | Rural Life | Kiyokawa | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Narcissus | - | Flop | Similar → |
Nam Seung-min - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nam Seung-min?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nam Seung-min is "The Road of Happiness" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Nam Seung-min acted in?
Nam Seung-min has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nam Seung-min?
Other notable films include "Dear Soldier", "A Hometown in Heart", and "Love the Future".