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Yeo Jin-goo
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South Korean actor born in Seoul in 1997, one of the industry most durable former child stars. He drew attention as the young king in Moon Embracing the Sun (2012) and the desperate son in Hwayi: A Monster Boy (2013), then broke through as an adult lead in Hotel del Luna (2019) and Beyond Evil (2021). Feature credits include The Face Reader (2013) and the romance Ditto (2022). Critics point to his quiet control and range across genres.
Yeo Jin-goo
Turns 29 today
17 Movies
18 Series
South Korean actor born in Seoul in 1997, one of the industry most durable former child stars. He drew attention as the young king in Moon Embracing the Sun (2012) and the desperate son in Hwayi: A Monster Boy (2013), then broke through as an adult lead in Hotel del Luna (2019) and Beyond Evil (2021). Feature credits include The Face Reader (2013) and the romance Ditto (2022). Critics point to his quiet control and range across genres.
Movies
Plays Young Hong-rim
A Frozen Flower
2008
Plays Yong-dae
Hijack 1971
2024
Plays Ah-gwi's Follower
Tazza: The Hidden Card
2014
Plays Yi Myeon
Noryang: Deadly Sea
2023
Plays Park Jong-chul
1987: When the Day Comes
2017
Plays Hwa-yi
Hwayi: A Monster Boy
2013
Plays Prince Gwanghae
Warriors of the Dawn
2017
Plays Yong
Ditto
2022
Plays Young Killa
No Mercy for the Rude
2006
Plays Park Hee-chan
Sad Movie
2005
Plays Young Kim Jin-hyuk
Antique
2008
Plays Yeong-gwang
The Long Way Home
2015
Plays Young Tae
Dance of the Dragon
2008
Plays Soo-myung
Shoot Me in the Heart
2015
TV Shows
Plays Hong Hye-sung
Potato Star 2013QR3
2013
Plays Sung Hae-Sung
Reunited Worlds
2017
Plays Young Goo
My Absolute Boyfriend
2019
Plays Ho-dong (young)
Princess Ja Myung
2009
Plays Baek Dong-soo (young)
Warrior Baek Dong Soo
2011
Plays Ddol-bok (teen)
Tree with Deep Roots
2011
Plays King Yeongjo
The Royal Gambler
2016
Plays Han Jung-woo (young)
Missing You
2012
Plays Kim Goni (young)
Tazza
2008
Plays Lee Hwon (young)
Moon Embracing the Sun
2012
Plays Lee Gyeom (young)
Iljimae
2008
Plays Eun Gye-hoon
Link: Eat, Love, Kill
2022
Plays Clown Ha-seon / King Yi-heon
The Crowned Clown
2019
Plays Goo Chan-sung
Hotel Del Luna
2019
Plays Jang Young-sil (voice)
Start-Up
2020
Plays Han Joo-won
Beyond Evil
2021
Plays Jung Jae-min
Orange Marmalade
2015
Plays Kim Woo-Jin
Circle
2017
Latest Trailers
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Hijack 1971
Full Filmography
Hijack 1971
Yong-dae
2024
Film
Noryang: Deadly Sea
Yi Myeon
2023
Film
Ditto
Yong
2022
Film
Link: Eat, Love, Kill
Eun Gye-hoon · 16 episodes
2022–
TV
Beyond Evil
Han Joo-won · 16 episodes
2021–
TV
Start-Up
Jang Young-sil (voice) · 16 episodes
2020–
TV
Hotel Del Luna
Goo Chan-sung · 16 episodes
2019–
TV
My Absolute Boyfriend
Young Goo · 40 episodes
2019–
TV
The Crowned Clown
Clown Ha-seon / King Yi-heon · 16 episodes
2019–
TV
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Yeo Jin-goo and where are they from?
Yeo Jin-goo is 29 years old, born on August 13, 1997 in Seoul, South Korea.
What are the most famous roles of Yeo Jin-goo?
Yeo Jin-goo is best known for roles in Hwayi: A Monster Boy, 1987: When the Day Comes, Noryang: Deadly Sea.
How many movies has Yeo Jin-goo been in?
Over a 21-year career (since 2005), Yeo Jin-goo has appeared in 17 movies and 18 TV shows.
What was Yeo Jin-goo's first movie?
The career of Yeo Jin-goo began with Sad Movie (2005).
What is Yeo Jin-goo's most recent movie or series?
Yeo Jin-goo's most recent release is The Great Escape : The Story, which premiered on July 23, 2025.
What TV shows has Yeo Jin-goo appeared in?
On television, Yeo Jin-goo has appeared in Hotel Del Luna, Start-Up, Moon Embracing the Sun, Running Man.
Yeo Jin-goo
1997-08-13 · Seoul, South Korea
Yeo Jin-goo is a South Korean actor. He began his career as a child actor, notably in the television dramas Giant, Moon Embracing the Sun, and Missing You. In 2013, he played his first big-screen leading role as the titular character in action thriller Hwa-yi. Won 2012 MBC Drama Awards: Best Child Actor for his role in "Moon Embracing the Sun" and "Missing You".