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Kim Yoon-seok

Kim Yoon-seok

Director & actor · born 21 January 1968 · Busan, South Korea

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).

Where to start: The Chaser (2008).

As director 1

As actor 34

TV shows 2

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Kim Yoon-seok movie?

By viewer score, The Chaser (2008) at 7.8/10.

What are Kim Yoon-seok’s most popular movies?

The Chaser, The Yellow Sea, The Thieves.

How many movies has Kim Yoon-seok made?

35 films on TMDB, 1 as director, 34 as actor.

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