Choi Min-sik

Choi Min-sik Trailers

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Choi Min-sik (born May 30, 1962), is a South Korean actor. Known for his intense and transformative performances, he first gained recognition with the television series The Moon of Seoul (1994). His film breakthrough came with Shiri (1999), which established Choi as a leading actor. However, it was his role in Oldboy (2003) that cemented his status as one of South Korea's greatest actors. His performance was critically acclaimed and won him Best Actor at the Baeksang Arts Awards, the Blue Dragon Film Awards, and the Grand Bell Awards. Choi continued to star in high-profile films such as Lady Vengeance (2005), I Saw the Devil (2010), Nameless Gangster: Rules of the Time (2012), New World (2013), and The Admiral: Roaring Currents (2014), which became the highest-grossing film in South Korea. For his performance in the latter, Choi won the Grand Prize at the 51st Baeksang Arts Awards. In 2014, Choi came to prominence in Hollywood with his role in Lucy (2014). He was also listed as Gallup Korea's Film Actor of the Year. Following this, he remained active in Korean cinema with works such as Forbidden Dream (2019) and Exhuma (2024). Choi also made his return to television with Big Bet (2022), his first drama series in over two decades.

Most Popular Choi Min-sik Trailers

Total trailers found: 40

Exhuma Trailer (2024)

22 February 2024

After tracing the origin of a disturbing supernatural affliction to a wealthy family's ancestral gravesite, a team of paranormal experts relocates the remains—and soon discovers what happens to those who dare to mess with the wrong grave.

Oldboy Trailer (2003)

21 November 2003

With no clue how he came to be imprisoned, drugged and tortured for 15 years, a desperate man seeks revenge on his captors.

Lucy Trailer (2014)

25 July 2014

A woman, accidentally caught in a dark deal, turns the tables on her captors and transforms into a merciless warrior evolved beyond human logic.

I Saw the Devil Trailer (2010)

12 August 2010

Kyung-chul is a dangerous psychopath who kills for pleasure. Soo-hyeon, a top-secret agent, decides to track down the murderer himself.

Happy End Trailer (1999)

11 December 1999

When a wife becomes the breadwinner of her family after her husband loses his job, adultery becomes part of her life.

Lady Vengeance Trailer (2005)

29 July 2005

Released after being wrongfully convicted and imprisoned for 13 years, a woman begins executing her elaborate plan of retribution.

New World Trailer (2013)

21 February 2013

An undercover cop has his loyalties tested when the boss of the corporate gang he's spent years infiltrating dies.

Tae Guk Gi: The Brotherhood of War Trailer (2004)

05 February 2004

When two brothers are forced to fight in the Korean War, the elder decides to take the riskiest missions if it will help shield the younger from battle.

Ari Ari the Korean Cinema Trailer (2012)

06 December 2012

Director Chung Ji-Young criticizes the thought that older directors have difficulties in making certain movies.

The Tiger Trailer (2015)

16 December 2015

In 1925 Korea, Japanese rulers demand the last remaining tiger be killed. The tiger easily defeats his pursuers until a legendary hunter takes him on.

The Battle: Roar to Victory Trailer (2019)

07 August 2019

Over a 4 day period, a fierce battle takes place between Korean independence militias and imperialist Japanese forces in Manchuria, China.

Shiri Trailer (1999)

13 February 1999

North Korea's 8th Special Forces hijack a shipment of CTX, a potent new liquid explosive, and threatens South Korea as part of a plot to re-unify the two countries.

Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen Trailer (2012)

04 February 2012

A film where anything can happen - the hero and the heroine changes their faces, age, look, names, and so on.

The Admiral: Roaring Currents Trailer (2014)

30 July 2014

Admiral Yi Sun-sin faces a tough challenge when he is forced to defend his nation with just 13 battleships against 300 Japanese enemy ships in the Battle of Myeongryang.

Nameless Gangster Trailer (2012)

02 February 2012

Ik-hyeon, a corrupt officer, joins forces with another crook, Hyung-bae, to continue his illegal activities before he loses his job.

Chihwaseon Trailer (2002)

10 May 2002

Jang Seung-eop, also known as "Chihwaseon," drinks and paints all day. Through Mae-hyang, he learns the meaning of fate, sees art beyond even the smallest things, and sets out for the path he seeks.

Forbidden Dream Trailer (2019)

26 December 2019

A true historical drama about King Sejong, the greatest ruler in Joseon history who sought to enhance national prosperity and military power through astronomy, and Jang Yeong-sil, the most remarkable scientist.

In Our Prime Trailer (2022)

18 March 2022

Ji-woo, an outcast at a prestigious private school, meets Hak-sung, the school janitor who is actually a mathematical genius who defected from North Korea.

The Quiet Family Trailer (1998)

25 April 1998

A family decides to buy a lodge in a remote hiking area. Their first customer commits suicide and the distraught family buries his body to avoid the bad publicity.

Old Days Trailer (2016)

02 October 2016

Old Days is a documentary about Park Chan-wook's original masterpiece, Oldboy. It was created for Plain Archive's Blu-ray release and first screened at the Jeonju International Film Festival.

Mom, the Star, and the Sea Anemone Trailer (1995)

09 March 1995

Crying Fist Trailer (2005)

31 March 2005

Tae-sik, a troubled middle aged man and Sang-hwan, a troubled youth will meet in the ring with their respective mission.

Leafie, a Hen Into the Wild Trailer (2011)

28 July 2011

Based on a bestselling preteen novel of the same title that has sold more than 1 million copies in Korea, “Leafie, A Hen into the Wild” is about a laying hen named Leafie who is destined to live the “same old” repetitive life confined on the chicken farm.

Failan Trailer (2001)

28 April 2001

After losing both her parents, Failan emmigrates to Korea to seek her only remaining relatives. Once she reaches Korea, she finds out that her relatives have moved to Canada well over a year ago.

The Mayor Trailer (2017)

26 April 2017

For the first time in Korean history, the mayor of Seoul attempts a third term in office, with his entire campaign team ready to soil their hands.

In My End Is My Beginning Trailer (2013)

04 April 2013

When Jung-ha loses her husband in an accident, Naru, her husband's secret lover, comes to her. Naru begs Jung-ha that she will do anything if only she will let her stay at her house.

On the Way to the Winter Trailer (1989)

01 January 1989

Gi-dal is preparing a new school play. His bossy professor sends him on errands and makes him prepare materials.

Springtime Trailer (2004)

16 September 2004

A struggling musician takes a job teaching music to middle school children in a rural mining town.

Heart Blackened Trailer (2017)

02 November 2017

A father goes all out to clear his daughter from any wrong doing in the murder of his fiancée. When all evidence points to her, he takes matters into to his own hands to save his daughter and outwit the judiciary system.

Kuro Arirang Trailer (1989)

01 July 1989

The film depicts the story of four people working in a sewing factory in Guro Industrial Complex in Seoul and the problems they face.

Our Twisted Hero Trailer (1992)

15 August 1992

Han Byung-tae, who teaches at a private after-school academy in Seoul, receives word that his old teacher has passed away and sets off to the rural village where he attended elementary school.

No. 3 Trailer (1997)

02 August 1997

Tae-joo manages to rise in rank in a gang for saving the boss's life. However, prosecutor Dong-pal appears in front of him as his sworn enemy.

Vapor Trailer (1988)

01 January 1988

A typical couple like any else. No special events worth reminiscing. No intense fights. But, to them, these are special memories and an important part of who they are.

Heaven: To the Land of Happiness Trailer (2021)

06 October 2021

In order to find the last happiness of his life, inmate 203 escapes from prison. Nam-sik is poor and sick.

Himalaya, Where the Wind Dwells Trailer (2009)

11 June 2009

A Korean executive ventures into the Himalayas in order to deliver the remains of a Nepalese migrant worker to his family.

The Making of Lady Vengeance Trailer (2005)

29 December 2005

An EPK that offers a brief look at the making of the film that is busy with behind-the-scenes footage, including some amusingly light-heated moments such as Choi Min-sik fluffing his lines and crew members with bananas stuffed in their mouths to stop them laughing.

All That Falls Has Wings Trailer (1990)

26 January 1990

This youth melodrama tells the story of a law student from a small village in Korea, and the irresponsible girl with whom he falls in love.

Sara Is Guilty Trailer (1993)

11 December 1993

Sara seduces her college roommate's boyfriend which results in her friend's death after the incident is exposed.

Autobiography of Oldboy Trailer (2004)

17 December 2004

3 and a half hour making of documentary on Oldboy, covering nearly every scene

May Our Love Stay This Way Trailer (1992)

19 September 1992