Uhm Tae-woong
ActingAbout Uhm Tae-woong
Uhm Tae-woong (엄태웅) is a South Korean actor. He made his acting debut in 1998, but initially struggled to emerge from under the shadow of his older sister, popular singer-actress Uhm Jung-hwa. After several years of bit parts, supporting roles, and work in one-act dramas, Uhm began to gain recognition after his villainous turn in the romantic comedy "Delightful Girl Choon-Hyang". In 2005, he made his breakthrough in the critically acclaimed "Resurrection".
Uhm Tae-woong Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Uhm Tae-woong reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Uhm Tae-woong's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Uhm Tae-woong'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 Excavator, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Uhm Tae-woong Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Uhm Tae-woong's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Uhm Tae-woong has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Your Final Homework | Kim Yeong-nam | Average | Similar → |
| 2025 | I Kill U | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Excavator | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | Top Star | Tae-sik | Flop | Similar → |
| 2012 | Architecture 101 | Lee Seung-min | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Never Ending Story | Kang Dong-ju | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | S.I.U. | Kim Seong-beom | Average | Similar → |
| 2010 | Cyrano Agency | Byeong-hoon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Chaw | Kim Sun-kyeong | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Handphone | Oh Seung-min | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Sunny | Sang-gil | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Iri | Tae-woong | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Forever the Moment | Ahn Seung-pil | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | My Love | Jin-man | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Family Ties | Hyung-chul | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Another Public Enemy | Song Jung-hoon | Hit | Similar → |
| 2004 | A Family | Dong-Soo | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Silmido | Won-sang | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Spring Bears Love | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Spring Bears Love | Man who dumps Hyun-jae (as Tae-un Eom) | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | Blue Skies of Jeju Island | 기태 | Flop | Similar → |
Uhm Tae-woong - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Uhm Tae-woong?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Uhm Tae-woong is "Excavator" with a rating of 7.7/10.
How many movies has Uhm Tae-woong acted in?
Uhm Tae-woong has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Uhm Tae-woong?
Other notable films include "Architecture 101", "Another Public Enemy", and "Silmido".