Cho Jin-Woong

Cho Jin-Woong @ "Assassination" screening
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Name Cho Jin-Woong
Hangul: 조진웅
Birth Name: Jo Won-Joon (조원준)
Birthdate: March 3, 1976
Birthplace: Busan, South Korea
Height: 185.7cm
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Facebook: saram.chojinwoong

Movies

Dead Man (2024) - Lee Man-Jae
Believer 2 | Dokjeon 2 (2023) - Won-Ho
The Boys | Sonyeondeul (2023) - Oh Jae-Hyeong (cameo)
The Devil's Deal | Daewebi (2023) - Jeon Hae-Woong
The Policeman's Lineage | Gyunggwanui Pi (2022) - Park Gang-Yoon
Me and Me | Sarajin Shigan (2020) - Hyeong-Goo
Black Money (2019) - Yang Min-Hyuk
Man of Men | Peopekteu Maen (2019) - Young-Ki
Jesters: The Game Changers | Gwangdaedeul: Pungmunjojakdan (2019) - Deok-Ho
Intimate Strangers | Wanbyeokhan Tain (2018) - Seok-Ho
Believer | Dokjeon (2018) - Won-Ho
The Spy Gone North | Gongjak (2018) - Choi Hak-Sung
Man of Will | Daejang Kimchangsoo (2017) - Kim Chang-Soo
The Outlaws | BumJoedoshi (2017) - Chief of Regional Police Investigation Unit (cameo)
Blue Busking | Macha Tago Goraegorae (2017) - Reporter Seo
The Sheriff In Town | Boangwan (2017) - Dong-Jin
Bluebeard | Haebing (2017) - Seung-Hoon
Run-Off | Gukgadaepyo 2 (2016) - ice hockey commentator (cameo)
The Hunt | Sanyang (2016) - Park Dong-Geun
The Handmaiden | Agasshi (2016) - Uncle Kouzuki
Assassination | Amsal (2015) - Soksapo (rapid-fire gun)
Salut D'Amour | Jangsoosanghwe (2015) - Jang-Soo (Jang-Soo store owner)
Foulball (2015) - narrator
Chronicle of a Blood Merchant | Heosamgwan (2015) - Mr An
We are Brothers | Woorineun Hyungjeibnida (2014) - Sang-Yeon (older brother)
Roaring Currents | Battle of Myeongryang, Whirlwind Sea (2014) - Wakizaka
A Hard Day | Kkeutkkaji Ganda (2014) - Park Chang-Min
Kundo : Age of the Rampant | Goondo (2014) - Lee Tae-Ki
Hwayi: A Monster Boy | Hwayi: Gwoemuleul Samkin Ayi (2013) - Ki-Tae
My Paparotti | Paparoti (2013) - Chang-Soo
An Ethics Lesson | Boonnoui Yoonrihak (2013) - Loan shark Myung-Rok
Man On The Edge | Baksoogundal (2013) - Prosecutor
Perfect Number | Yonguija X (2012) - Detective Min-Bum
A Millionaire On The Run | 5 Baekmanboolui Sanayi (2012) - Kim Seung-Dae
Nameless Gangster: Rules of The Time | Bumchoiwaui Junjaeng: Nabbeunnomdeul Jeonsungshidae (2012) - Kim Pan-Ho
Perfect Game | Peopekteu Geim (2011) - Kim Yong-Chul
GLove | Geulreobeu (2011) - Charles
A Barefoot Dream | Maenbalui Kkgeum (2010) - James
Best Seller (2010) - Chan-Sik
City Of Fathers | Busan (2009) - Sang-Goo
Lost and Found | Dalkeumhan Keojitmal (2009) - Jung Han-Sang
My New Partner (2008) - Jung Young-Chul
A Frozen Flower | Ssanghwajeom (2008) - Queen's brother
Les Formidables | Gangjeok (2006) - Detective Shin
Gangster High | Pongryeoksseokeul (2006) - Jo Hong-Gyu
A Dirty Carnival Biyeolhan Geori (2006) - Young-Pil
My Brother (2004)
Once Upon a Time in High School (2004)

Drama Series

The Second Signal | Du Beonjjae Signal (tvN / 2026) - Lee Jae-Han
Karma | Akyeon (Netflix / 2025) - loan shark
No Way Out: The Roulette (U+Mobile TV-Disney+ / 2024) - Baek Joong-Sik
The Good Bad Mother | Nabbeuneomma (JTBC / 2023) - Choi Hae-Sik
Entourage (tvN / 2016) - Kim Eun-Gab
Signal (tvN / 2016) - Lee Jae-Han
Beyond the Clouds | Taeyangeun Gadeukhee (KBS2 / 2014) - Park Gang-Jae
Tree With Deep Roots | Bboori Gipeun Namoo (SBS / 2011) - Moo-Hyul
My Love, My Family | Sarangeul Mideoyo (KBS2 / 2011) - Kim Chul-Soo
Flames of Desire | Yokmangui Bolggot (MBC / 2010-2011) - Kang Joon-Kyu
A Man Called God | Shinira Beulriyun Sanayi (MBC / 2010)
The Slave Hunters | Chuno (KBS2 / 2010)
Hot Blood | Yeolhyeoljangsaggun (KBS2 /2009) - Sun-Kil
My too Perfect Sons | Sol yakgukjip Adeuldeul (KBS2 /2009) - Brutus Lee
Don't Ask Me About the Past (OCN / 2008)

Awards

tvN10 Awards - October 9, 2016
- (Individual) Grand Prize ("Signal")
2016 (5th) APAN Star Awards - October 2, 2016
- Best Actor (mini series) ("Signal")
2015 (51st) BaekSang Arts Awards - May 26, 2015
- Best Actor ("A Hard Day")
2014 (35th) Blue Dragon Film Awards - Dec. 17, 2014
- Best Supporting Actor ("A Hard Day")

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gasenadi Dec 18 2025 10:26 pm Back 9 years later to simply say to Cho Jin-Woong: There are people who admire your talent And your humanity. Be encouraged. Mis respetos desde Puerto Rico.

Riepar Dec 07 2025 8:43 am One more actor with good and excellent acting has been hit by the Korean cancel culture. I have watched almost all of his movies and series. Everyone has a past and has made peace with their past, and has already been punished. Dispatch media in Korea is indeed famous for paparazzi and exposing celebrity scandals, and the netizens there are very critical. If there is a past mistake or sin, their career is over. Regardless, thank you for entertaining us all this time and happy retirement. I hope you find peace and tranquility and self-reflection. There are still other sources of income out there."

MyraKim Apr 08 2025 12:47 am I just have to leave a comment here because i really love this guy!! he's so brilliant in all his characters. i just finished watching Karma, and again he was an excellent actor even with a very small screen time. it was the first time for me having sympathy over a loan shark lol. he's not only ruthless but also has compassion and respect towards his employee, and that's what i love about his character in Karma. Really recommend watching it guys!

Jessie May 12 2023 9:05 am I'm so happy to see you again on good bad mother. Still waiting for signal season 2. Such a great actor

Elvera Sep 18 2022 6:09 pm I tapped this query because I really enjoy this actor's performances. But I'm going to give a big Bravo for the whole cast. I see a lot of familiar faces that I've really enjoyed in other programs and they really showed their enormous capabilities in this drama. Question, where did Koreans the get so much talent? Is there something in the water?

Teacher Yoe Jul 03 2022 10:31 pm Hope to see you on Signal, Season 2...☺️??

Hawaiifan Feb 21 2022 12:40 pm He is absolutely brilliant in Signal! Looking forward to seeing more of his work.

Teume Jan 26 2022 8:56 am ahjushi, you were really really cool in the movie 'the policeman' lineage'

Sol jo Jun 08 2021 7:01 pm I love cho jin woong on Signal i wish they have season 2,daebak!

Katie Mar 07 2021 6:21 am Love him in Signal. Hope to see him in more nice, great hero roles such as his character in Signal. I know he is a good actor as he can play a villain too but i don't like him playing villain like in the Handmaiden. Hehehehe. He is so good in playing the bad guy that it can ruin his charming hero image.

Hopper Feb 07 2021 8:47 pm Ahjussi, where are you? I miss you on screen.....

Lynn Jun 20 2020 12:00 am He is incredible in Signal!!

Gabriella May 14 2020 2:31 pm This man is a fantastic actor! I've watched many of his movies and he's incredible in each of them.

Hana Jan 31 2020 7:48 pm I first saw you in Chino and then Signal...my goodness you are a real great actor!!!Keep up your great acting Mister?

Molly Dash Jan 14 2019 7:40 am love him very much ...

great actor !

Lee Seohwa Dec 11 2018 10:17 am The best swordsman of Joseon, Muhyul Warriors <3 I hope he reunite with Song Joongki in the next Korean Drama again!

kaya Jul 25 2018 8:09 am Ahjussi 아저씨 for me, you are the most handsome Korean man! Lots of love :)

Roaachan Mar 25 2018 9:08 am I love you cho jin woong ,you are very cute ! ^*^ ~~ and i hope you can read this message

lol Mar 10 2018 4:08 am i was convinced that if he ever was an actual detective, his spirit would be of like lee jae han - very commited and devoted to what he loves doing. i actually am captivated watching him on signal! i know this sounds like...weird and all i actually don't have any affinity for actors/actresses that are older, but he's one of the few that i do enjoy watching.

Sormuus Jul 19 2017 3:17 am I know him from Entourage. And suddenly I realized he is acted in The Handmaiden. I just thought WOW

Jherad May 29 2017 9:54 pm Phenomenal actor with great diversity! Never disappoints and I wish him the best in all of his future endeavors. Loved your performance in Signal!

nj Apr 10 2017 4:32 am First saw him in Signal, he is so good I'm in love with his acting

gasenadi Dec 17 2016 4:44 pm Have followed Cho Jin-Woong since the first time I saw Chuno and loved his portrayal of Han-Soem-ah. In every other movie and/or drama, he has impressed with the mastery of his craft. Am soo looking forward to the rest of his work. And a Signal 2, hopefully.

can Nov 16 2016 12:26 am One of Korean actor who has wide spectrum of acting.. He can do all evil, kind, mischievous, charismatic, timid, etc character on movie/drama. My fav character of him is when he's on A Hard Day, Nameless gangster, Hwayi, An Ethics Lesson, Signal, Tree With Deep Roots, My Love My Family. Versatile actor! Best!

Whitehead Nov 12 2016 7:56 pm Excellent actor!

Lorichelle Sep 03 2016 12:52 pm Such a great actor I just finished watching signal huhu I'm gonna miss him

오와~~~!!!! Aug 04 2016 6:46 am It's my first time watching him in a drama called "Signal" He's really an excellent actor. I can't help but write it here. ^^ I even thought that he would win the best actor award for it. Seriously an amazing actor. no exaggeration. (;; u ;;) b

Ingyin Jul 07 2016 9:46 am In A Hard Day,he's really scary and I recognize him as an excellent actor.After that,I saw him in Signal again and now I love his acting.In running man he's friendly.I like him.

Tqz1 Jul 06 2016 9:07 am An excellent actor !

manye Jun 08 2016 8:50 am i didn't realize him, choi won young, and lee je hoon are actually one agency... ;_;

bree Jun 06 2016 11:25 pm dont missed running man next episode guys. i want to see another side of him, i mean when he's not in drama or movie

Sapphire May 01 2016 3:44 am This guy really moved my heart through his acting from the drama, Signal.

Zara Apr 30 2016 11:21 am Real good actor. Deeply impressed....by his great acting in Signal.

kai Mar 28 2016 5:16 am Lee Jaehan gyeongri-nim!

He is the most evil villain on A Hard Day, and the most heart-melting detective on Signal. Whatever he does, as a bad one or a good one, he is all out. That's what man supposed to be.

sheila Mar 25 2016 11:07 am I'm watching signal now, and I couldn't help but look you up so I could praise you...lol. You are such a brilliant actor, the way you cry and show your emotions...wow! Your facial expressions and gestures are so on point too! I'm definitely a huge fan now. Keep up the good work!

doctorzais Mar 16 2016 12:44 am He takes his acting seriously and it shows. One of the best.

mariam Mar 14 2016 3:06 pm you’re the best I really love you soooo much go ahead and do a great job

Migthy Thor Mar 13 2016 9:06 am Brilliant Versatile Actor! One of the BEST !!!

dongwoon Mar 12 2016 9:29 am he has something that catched me, seriously burst of charm so gentle but cute in behind the scenes :))

Antony Mar 05 2016 10:13 pm Awesome actor.....

Chloe-USA Feb 04 2016 3:52 pm Loving your role and loving the depth of your talent....felt the urgency and devastation you were going thru...I can see why Det. Cha felt for Det. Lee...your portrayal of his sensitivities, kindness and tenderness captures many a gentle-women's heart!!! You are a"Wow!!" talent!!!!!!!!! Bravo! Will continue to watch for you!!!

CR Buffalo NY Jan 27 2016 3:43 pm Award-worthy performance in Hard Day!!!

Chloe Jan 27 2016 3:42 pm Love your performance in Hard Day!!! You are the evil personified in this rogue role! Huge talent, charismatic, and handsome to boot!!! Huge fan!

aneta Aug 10 2015 9:34 pm Love him in beyond the clouds

Sara Jul 28 2014 7:23 pm Bad acting on beyond the clouds.very surprised that he played quiet few movies last few years.

sola Mar 31 2014 3:18 pm it's just me or what he looks handsome in *Beyond the Clouds*

titi Mar 05 2014 10:53 am He lost Weight :) good for him

wisa Feb 10 2014 2:45 am I first saw him in chuno...then in tree with deep roots now I want to see everything he is in. I find him very attractive.

Quan Oct 08 2013 10:21 am I already admired Mr. Cho Jin Woong when I saw him in Chuno. When I saw him again in Deep Rooted Tree I decided that I'd like to watch more of his movies/dramas. All the actors/actresses in Deep Rooted Tree are superb, I really fell in love with the king, I am awed by the storyline, and I think Moohyul is among the most regal sageuk personas I have come across. Every time Moohyul appears on screen I would think 'handsome', 'elegant', 'proper', and he's the best dressed in the drama, too. However, it's his tiny facial expressions that qualify him as human enough to be the king's buddy == their teamwork/friendship is impressive ... (Sir, I wish you happiness in your work. Salud!)

tp Apr 11 2013 9:03 pm When I first watched "my love, my family", I wasn't sure if you were the one in "a man called God". However, your acting is recognizable. I couldn't believe my eyes when seeing you've lost so much weight. It was such commendable. Yeah, you look much much better in my love, my family. Just wonder how much weight have you lost so far and what's your goal? Plz keep up good work. Best wishes always!

Kat Jun 09 2012 9:04 pm Just saw a vid from Nameless Gangster. He's looks to have lost even more weight. My big teddy. :( Hopefully, he'll get bigger roles cuz I love his acting. I read in an interview of his that he was from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Usually when someone is born one place, but raised in another it's stated. I wonder which is the case Jin-woong.

MsGB May 09 2012 11:42 pm @zhia_aala

ikr...the first time i saw him was in Don't Ask Me About the Past and then in Chuno. i thought he looked familiar when i was watching Deep Rooted Tree. no...really...whoa! was my exact reaction when i looked him up to see who he was. he's a great actor in everything i've seen him in.

keep up the good work Jo Jin Ung!!

zaza Dec 27 2011 6:45 am moo-hyul...saranghae....

zhia_aala Dec 19 2011 8:52 am Jo Jin-Ung who played as Moo Hyul (King Yi Do body guard) really surprise me.....he's transform from a papa bear size in drama "My Too Precious Son" and "HOT BLOOD" to a macho man in Deep Rooted Tree....WOW!!!!! wish him all the best for his good acting skill and hard work......like his smile, but in Deep Rooted Tree...he less smile......:((

jules Dec 10 2011 5:01 am loved him in "flames of desire"!

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