Top 11 Best Movies of South Korean Actor Park Bo Gum

Encounter marks Park Bo Gum's return in 2018, bringing a fresh wave of success to his career in Korean television. He stars alongside the timeless beauty Son Hye Kyo.

Encounter follows the love story between Cha Soo Hyun (Song Hye Kyo) and Kim Jin Hyuk (Park Bo Gum). Cha Soo Hyun is the daughter of a politician who enters a politically motivated marriage with Jung Woo Suk (Jang Seung Jo), the heir of a wealthy family. After the birth of her son, Cha Soo Hyun is forced into a divorce. Meanwhile, Kim Jin Hyuk is a regular young man struggling to find a job and make his dreams come true. He decides to travel abroad, where he meets Cha Soo Hyun, starting a beautiful love story that helps Soo Hyun rediscover her happiness.

IMDb Rating: 5.8

"Moonlight Drawn by Clouds" was Park Bo Gum's first historical drama, where he took on the lead role. The series brought him several prestigious awards, including the Male Top Excellence Award at the KBS Drama Awards. In this role, he portrays the charismatic and determined Crown Prince Hyomyeong, a prince who is serious but always optimistic, loving, and deeply passionate about the arts.

"Moonlight Drawn by Clouds" is an 18-episode drama adapted from a popular novel of the same name. The story follows the romantic journey of Crown Prince Hyomyeong and Hong Ra-On, a girl disguised as a man who unknowingly becomes a eunuch in the prince's palace. Their relationship is filled with misunderstandings, complications, and the revelation of Ra-On's true identity, yet their love is sweet, innocent, and romantic, making the series a must-watch from start to finish.

In this drama, the chemistry between Park Bo Gum and Kim Yoo Jung was highly praised, and fans hope the duo will reunite for more future projects.

IMDb Rating: 8.6

"Coin Locker Girl" tells the story of an orphaned girl who, from birth, was abandoned in a subway station’s locker room. She is adopted by a ruthless woman who trains her to become a cold-hearted professional, taking on dangerous missions in place of her adoptive mother.

The film features several well-known actors, but it is Park Bo Gum, despite not playing the lead role, who stands out. His emotional and sincere performance garnered much praise. Park Bo Gum's portrayal of Seok-hyun, particularly his tragic death, left the audience in tears, highlighting his chemistry with the female lead and a love story left unfinished.

Coin Locker Girl is often compared to other thrillers, but it sets itself apart by depicting a crime-ridden city where women hold the power.

IMDb Rating: 6.7

"Reply 1988" marked a major turning point in Park Bo Gum's acting career as he took on his first lead role in a long-running TV drama. His portrayal of the genius Go player Choi Taek left a lasting impression on audiences, receiving widespread praise. His transformation from a kind, somewhat awkward character to a quiet yet loveable personality won the hearts of fans. After the series wrapped, Park Bo Gum was bombarded with over 100 interview requests, advertising contracts, and magazine covers.

"Reply 1988" is the next installment in the highly successful "Reply" series. Following the success of "Reply 1997" and "Reply 1994", this show exceeded expectations and was hailed as the best in the series. It focuses on family bonds, friendship, and love, portraying the lives of five close friends. The show imparts valuable life lessons, reminding viewers to cherish those around them.
IMDb Rating: 9.2

"Hello Monster" is a psychological thriller-romance that revolves around crime investigations, challenging cases, and the complexities involving a criminal psychologist.

In the series, Park Bo Gum plays a supporting role alongside two major stars, Seo In-Guk and Jang Nara. Through this role, he gained significant praise from both critics and audiences, both domestically and internationally. Park Bo Gum's portrayal of Lee Min, a psychopathic killer disguised as a charming and talented young lawyer, was a rare dual-character role for him. This role allowed him to showcase his versatile acting abilities. Despite sharing the screen with many well-established actors in Korean drama, Bo Gum held his own and was praised for his performance, gaining even more attention from fans.
IMDb Rating: 7.7

"A Hard Day" marks Park Bo Gum's third film appearance, where he portrays Lee Jin-ho, a serious office worker. Though his role is minor, his good looks and immersive performance caught the attention of many viewers.

Directed by Kim Seong-hun, this 2014 South Korean action-thriller features Lee Sun-kyun and Cho Jin-woong. It was selected for the Director's Fortnight at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival.

The film follows detective Go Geon-soo through a whirlwind of unexpected events and troubles on a single day. From the death of his mother to a divorce notice from his wife, accusations of embezzlement, and an accidental fatal crash, Geon-soo faces a series of mysteries and dangers. How will he overcome it all? Check out the film for a thrilling ride.

IMDb Rating: 7.2

"Roaring Currents" is one of Park Bo Gum's early film appearances. Although his role is small, he stands out with his distinctive portrayal, traditional costume, and emotional scenes that leave a lasting impression.

The historical film is based on the real events of the naval battle at Myeongryang in October 1597, during the Joseon Dynasty, when the Japanese army nearly decimated the Joseon forces on all fronts. With meticulous production and unexpected twists, the film is sure not to disappoint. Along with its compelling story, the talented performances of the cast added depth to the film, contributing to its success as they created an authentic emotional journey that earned praise from viewers. The film ends on a hopeful note, where everyone realizes that the most fulfilling happiness lies in the simplest things.

IMDb Rating: 7.1

"Wonderful Mama" tells the story of Yoon Bok Hee and her three children, who rise from a struggling family to build a great fortune. However, Bok Hee discovers that she is suffering from dementia and decides to use her remaining clear moments to impart valuable lessons about life and money to her children.

While Park Bo Gum has limited screen time, his appearances make a strong impact thanks to his humor, natural acting, and ability to fully immerse himself in his role. Though his acting was still developing at the time, Park Bo Gum managed to showcase his raw talent, which contributed to the success of this early project and left a memorable mark on his acting career.

IMDb Rating: 5.7

Wonderland is an upcoming film set in a fantasy universe where people can reunite with their deceased loved ones. Suzy and Park Bo Gum have been cast as a young couple, but unfortunately, Park Bo Gum's character falls into a coma. As the relationship between their characters starts to crumble, Suzy's character enters Wonderland to meet and speak with him one last time.

Meanwhile, Gong Yoo plays a man in his 40s mourning the loss of his wife, portrayed by Thang Duy. His young son is also unable to stop grieving for his mother. Driven by this pain, he embarks on a journey to Wonderland to reunite with her virtually.

Completing the lead cast are Jung Yoo Mi and Choi Woo Shik, who play the characters who manage and arrange the events within Wonderland. The film has caused a stir due to its star-studded cast from both South Korea and China, making it one of the most highly anticipated projects of the year.

Seo Bok tells the story of Ki Heon (Gong Yoo), a former intelligence agent whose life becomes entwined with Seo Bok, the first human clone in history. Seo Bok also holds the secret to immortality, making both of them targets for powerful forces that want to control him.

The first poster for the sci-fi thriller Seo Bok has been released. Park Bo Gum plays the cloned Seo Bok, who is relentlessly pursued by dark forces, while Gong Yoo portrays Ki Heon, a former agent tasked with his final mission: to protect Seo Bok.

The initial images from the movie show the two men in contrasting situations: Ki Heon is seen under harsh lighting, symbolizing the complexity of his feelings as he embarks on his “final mission.”

IMDb Rating: 6.1

Record of Youth is the final project Park Bo Gum completed before enlisting on August 31. The drama follows the love story between model Sa Hye Jun (Park Bo Gum) and professional makeup artist Ahn Jung Ha (Park So Dam). Ahn Jung Ha, who has been a long-time fan of Sa Hye Jun, dreams of meeting her idol in person, despite his relatively low fame. The plot explores their struggles as Jung Ha navigates her career and Hye Jun deals with a controlling mother while trying to carve out his own path.

The series was Park Bo Gum's last project before military service, which generated significant interest from fans. Although the storyline was met with mixed reactions for its lack of excitement, Park Bo Gum's stellar performance brought the show to life.

IMDb Rating: 7.2