Renowned for her emotional depth and versatility, Shin Hye-sun has captivated audiences with diverse roles.From the comedic timing of “Five Enough” to the historical drama “The Legend of the Blue Sea,” she showcases impressive versatility. Her recent works further solidify her talent: in “See You in My 19th Life,” she embodies a character with unique experiences across multiple lifetimes, while in the highly-rated healing drama “Welcome to Samdal-ri,” she portrays strength and resilience. We’re put together a list of 20 K-dramas and movies starring Shin Hye Sun that truly showcase the depth and breadth of her acting prowess. Let’s dive in! Note: List is in order of release date.
List of Shin Hye Sun’s Dramas:
1.Welcome to Samdal-ri (2023)
After losing his mother, Cho Yong Pil becomes determined to become a weather forecaster to protect the elders in his hometown. Meanwhile, his childhood friend Cho Sam Dal moves to Seoul and becomes a successful fashion photographer. When Cho Sam Dal’s life falls apart, she returns to her hometown where she and Cho Yong Pil reconnect.
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Life, Drama
Starring: Ji Chang Wook, Shin Hye Sun, Kim Mi Kyung
2.See You in My 19th Life (2023)
Ban Ji Eum is a woman who can remember all her past lives. After dying tragically in her previous life, she searches for a man from her 18th life and reconnects with people from her past. Meanwhile, Yoon Cho Won and Ha Do Yoon encounter Ban Ji Eum and are drawn to her in different ways.
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama, Fantasy
Starring: Shin Hye Sun, Ahn Bo Hyun, Ha Yoon Kyung
3.Mr. Queen (2020)
Jang Bong Hwan, a South Korean chef, finds himself in the body of Queen Kim So Yong after an accident. Her husband, King Cheol Jong, is controlled by his late predecessor’s queen, Sun Won, and her brother, Kim Jwa Geun, also seeks power. Queen Kim So Yong learns her husband is not as kind as he appears.
Genres: Historical, Comedy, Romance, Fantasy
Starring: Shin Hye Sun, Kim Jung Hyun, Bae Jong Ok
4.Angel’s Last Mission: Love (2019)
Lee Yeon Seo, a talented but jaded ballerina, is forced to give up her dream after an accident. After her parents’ death, she becomes wary of people due to her inherited wealth. Optimistic angel Kim Dan must help her find true love in order to return to heaven.
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama, Fantasy
Starring: Kim Myung Soo, Shin Hye Sun, Lee Dong Gun
5.The Hymn of Death (2018)
Kim Woo Jin, a stage drama writer, falls in love with Yun Shim Deok, the first Korean soprano, while under Japanese occupation. Shim Deok records the first Korean pop song, “Praise of Death,” in 1926. Their love story ends tragically. Based on a true story.
Genres: Music, Historical, Romance, Melodrama
Starring: Lee Jong Suk, Shin Hye Sun, Park Seon Im
6.Thirty But Seventeen (2018)
Synopsis: Violin prodigy Woo Seo Ri falls into a coma at seventeen and wakes up thirteen years later, mentally still seventeen but physically thirty. Gong Woo Jin, who experienced trauma thirteen years ago, avoids relationships. The two join forces to pursue happiness they once thought was lost.
Genres: Music, Mystery, Comedy, Romance
Starring: Shin Hye Sun, Yang Se Jong, Ahn Hyo Seop
7.My Golden Life (2017)
25 years ago, the Haesung Group lost their granddaughter Choi Eun Seok. She was raised by Seo Tae Soo as one of his twin daughters, Seo Ji Ahn and Seo Ji Soo. They grew up rich but their father went bankrupt. Ji Ahn works at Haesung Group, struggling to keep her job, while Ji Soo has a crush on Sun Woo Hyuk who actually loves Ji Ahn. Haesung Group’s oldest grandson, Choi Do Kyung, is kind and single. After a car accident, he discovers that Ji Ahn is his long-lost sister.
Genres: Business, Comedy, Romance, Drama
Starring: Park Shi Hoo, Shin Hye Sun, Seo Eun Soo
8.Stranger (2017)
A prosecutor with a lack of emotions and social skills, Hwang Shi Mok, joins forces with Lieutenant Han Yeo Jin after encountering a stabbing victim while investigating corruption at the prosecutors’ office. Together, they work to uncover corruption and solve a serial murder case.
Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Law, Drama
Starring: Cho Seung Woo, Bae Doo Na, Lee Joon Hyuk
9.The Legend of the Blue Sea (2016)
Shim Chung, a mermaid from the Joseon era, follows her love to present-day Seoul and ends up living with a skilled con artist, Joon Jae. She also becomes the object of affection for a researcher and must navigate dangerous schemes from Joon Jae’s stepmother. How will Shim Chung survive and help Joon Jae?
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama, Fantasy
Starring: Lee Min Ho, Jun Ji Hyun, Park Ji Il
10.Five Enough (2016)
Lee Sang Ta lost his wife and has been living with his two children and supportive in-laws. He works as a marketing team leader. Ahn Mi Jeong also works at the same company. Her husband had an affair and left her, but she has kept the truth from her children. As they fall in love, they face challenges with their blended family.
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama, Melodrama
Starring: Ahn Jae Wook, So Yoo Jin, Sung Hoon
11.She Was Pretty (2015)
Hye Jin and her childhood friend, Sung Joon, reconnect after years of not seeing each other. However, Hye Jin is now living a different life compared to her wealthy upbringing. She’s determined to hide her true identity from Sung Joon who has become her boss and treats her poorly.
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Drama
Starring: Hwang Jung Eum, Park Seo Joon, Go Joon Hee
12.Oh My Ghost (2015)
Bong Sun, a shy woman working as a restaurant assistant, is possessed by a lustful virgin ghost. She has low self-esteem and struggles to make friends. Sun Woo, a confident chef, is unaware of her crush. But when Bong Sun’s personality changes, she catches his attention.
Genres: Thriller, Comedy, Romance, Supernatural
Starring: Park Bo Young, Kim Seul Gi, Jo Jung Suk
13.Forever Young (2014)
“Forever Young” is a co-production between Korea and Vietnam that follows the lives of young individuals who have no regrets about their experiences during a particular time in their lives. They go through ups and downs, failures, successes, and significant moments of friendship and love in Seoul, shaping them into dreamers who are not afraid to pursue their desires.
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Life, Drama
Starring: Kang Tae Oh, Nha Phuong, Le Hong Dang
14.High School King of Savvy (2014)
Lee Min Seok, a high school boy and talented hockey player, is asked by his older brother to impersonate him at his new job. While working, Min Seok meets Yoo Ah’s older sister and clashes with the director’s son. Will Min Seok’s double life lead to a love triangle with Yoo Ah and her sister?
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Sports
Starring: Seo In Guk, Lee Ha Na , Lee Soo Hyuk
15.Angel Eyes (2014)
Park Dong Joo, a smart high school student, loses his father and takes on part-time jobs to support his family. He meets Yoon Soo Wan, a blind girl, and they fall in love. After 12 years, Park Dong Joo returns as a successful surgeon and reunites with Yoon Soo Wan, who can now see and has a new boyfriend. Can they overcome their past and reunite?
Genres: Romance, Medical, Melodrama
Starring: Gu Hye Seon, Lee Sang Yoon, Kim Ji Suk
16.School 2013 (2012)
Seungri High School is known for its low academic scores among 178 high schools in Seoul. Kang Se Chan, a renowned Korean language teacher, joins as the co-homeroom teacher for class 2-2, along with short-term teacher Jung In Jae. Together, they must overcome various challenges and work together to guide their students to graduation.
Starring: Lee Jong Suk, Kim Woo Bin, Choi Daniel
List of Shin Hye Sun’s Movies:
1.Brave Citizen (2023)
Former high school athlete So Si Min, known for her exceptional hapkido skills, now works as a part-time teacher. She becomes the target of evil student Han Soo Kang, seven years after ruling the nation as a hero.
Genres: Action, Comedy, Drama, Martial Arts
Starring: Shin Hye Sun, Lee Jun Young, Park Jung Woo
2.Target (2023)
Soo Hyun purchases a used washing machine online and becomes the target of a vigilante. Detective Na works to uncover the identity of the perpetrator.
Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Horror, Crime
Starring: Shin Hye Sun, Kim Sung Kyun, Lee Joo Young
3.Collectors (2020)
Kang Dong Goo, an elite grave robber, collaborates with Dr. Jones, an expert in ancient tomb murals, and Sabdari, a legendary shoveler. Curator Yoon, an expert in ancient art, presents Kang Dong Goo with an alluring but risky opportunity.
Genres: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Crime
Starring: Lee Je Hoon, Jo Woo Jin, Shin Hye Sun
4.Innocence (2020)
A lawyer named Jung In works to clear her mother’s name and uncover the truth behind a murder in a small village, with assistance from the local mayor. Her mother, Hwa Ja, has been accused of the crime but is unable to defend herself due to memory loss.
Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Law, Drama
Starring: Shin Hye Sun, Bae Jong Ok, Heo Joon Ho
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