In Spotlight: Jang Seung-jo Filmography

Crossovers from theater to TV aren’t particularly rare but Jang Seung-jo is a gem of an actor. He originally debuted as a musical actor in 2005 and appeared in many musicals and plays before moving into dramas in 2014. With his talent and versatility, he showcased his ability to portray a diverse range of characters. As he takes on more memorable roles, critics and casual viewers alike continue to recognize his brilliance as an actor. 

Get to know more about him in his filmography!

Quiz from God 4 (OCN / 2014) – Prosecutor Lee Jae-joon

He made his TV debut through the 4th season of the 2014 OCN drama, Quiz from God 4 as Prosecutor Lee Jae-joon.

Liar Game (tvN / 2014) – Kim Bong-geun

He followed up his debut project with another thriller series. He played the ambitious political aide Kim Bong-geun in Liar Game.

Hwajung (MBC / 2015) – Prince Jeong-won

In 2015, he took on a role in the historical series, Hwajung as Prince Jeongwon. 

The Scholar Who Walks the Night (MBC / 2015) – Crown Prince Sadong

He became part of the historical fantasy series, Scholar Who Walks the Night as Crown Prince Sadong

All About My Mom (KBS/2015) – Jang Chul-woong (young)

He appeared in the weekend drama, All About My Mom, as the young Jang Chul-woong. 

The Roots of Throne / Six Flying Dragons (SBS / 2015-2016) – scholar

He joined the cast of The Roots of Throne / Six Flying Dragons as one of the scholars. 

My Son-In-Law’s Woman / Marrying My Daughter Twice (SBS / 2016) – Choi Jae-young

 In 2016, he became part of the main cast of the daily melodrama, My Son-In-Law’s Woman / Marrying My Daughter Twice

Teacher Oh Soon-nam (MBC / 2017) – Cha Yoo-min

He starred in the 2017 daily drama, Teacher Oh Soon-nam as Cha Yoo-min, the main lead’s ex-husband. 

The Package (JTBC / 2017) – Bae Hyeong-goo

In 2017, he appeared in the JTBC drama, The Package as Bae Hyeong-goo

Money Flower (MBC / 2017-2018) – Jang Boo-cheon

He starred alongside Jang Hyuk and Park Se-young in the hit MBC series, Money Flower. He played the role of chaebol Jang Boo-cheon which won him the Excellence Award as an Actor in a Serial Drama at the 6th APAN Star Awards

Familiar Wife (tvN / 2018) – Yoon Jong-hoo

In 2018, he joined Ji Sung and Han Ji-min in the tvN drama, Familiar Wife. He portrayed Yoon Jong-hoo, an ordinary bank employee whose life changed due to an unexpected incident.

Encounter (tvN / 2018-2019) – Jung Woo-seok

He became Song Hye-kyo’s ex-husband in the 2018 meloromance, Encounter.

Chocolate (JTBC / 2019-2020) – Lee Jun

He worked together with Yoon Kye-sang and Ha Ji-won in the drama series, Chocolate. He played the role of Lee Jun, a neurosurgeon who wants to be a potter.

Secret Zoo (2020) – Sung-min

 In 2020, he starred in the comedy movie, Secret Zoo

The Good Detective (JTBC / 2020) – Oh Ji-hyeok

He was cast alongside veteran actor Son Hyun-joo in the hit crime drama, The Good Detective. He played the role of Oh Ji-Hyeok, an elite detective who investigates cases using evidence and insight into the criminal’s psyche.

Snowdrop (JTBC / 2021-2022) – Lee Gang-mu

He joined the star-studded cast of the period drama, Snowdrop in 2021. He portrayed the character of the South Korean agency Lee Gang-mu.

The Good Detective 2 (JTBC / 2022) – Oh Ji-hyeok

In 2022, he reprised his role as Oh Ji-hyeok in the second season of The Good Detective 2.

Strangers Again (ENA-Genie TV / 2023) – Ku Eun-beom

He starred opposite Kang So-ra in the 2023 romance-comedy series, Strangers Again. He played the role of Ku Eun-beom, a lawyer who gets reunited with his ex-wife at a law firm. 

Death’s Game (TVING / 2023-2024) – Lee Ju-hun

He made a special appearance in the TVING original series,  Death’s Game.

Nothing Uncovered (KBS2 / 2024) – Seol Woo-jae

In 2024, he starred together with Kim Ha-neul and Yeon Woo-jin in the romance thriller, Nothing Uncovered. He portrayed the role of Seol Woo-Jae, Kim Ha-neul’s husband and a famous novelist