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K-dramas, films starring Woo Do-hwan to add to your watch list
K-dramas, films starring Woo Do-hwan to add to your watch list
Paul Xavier Jaehwa Bernardo,
ABS-CBN News
Published Nov 16, 2024 08:00 AM PHT

Woo Do-hwan in 'Mr. Plankton.' Photo courtesy of NetflixWoo Do-hwan has once again captivated K-drama audiences with his performance in Netflix’s “Mr. Plankton,” where he portrays a terminally ill man who disrupts his ex-girlfriend’s wedding, sweeping her away on a seemingly chaotic road trip across the countryside.

If “Mr. Plankton” left you eager to dive deeper into the 32-year-old actor’s filmography, we rounded up some of his other shows and films for you to check out. From a dark thriller about a religious cult to an action-packed series filled with boxers and loan sharks, these projects showcase the range of roles that have made Do-hwan a notable talent in the Korean entertainment scene.
If “Mr. Plankton” left you eager to dive deeper into the 32-year-old actor’s filmography, we rounded up some of his other shows and films for you to check out. From a dark thriller about a religious cult to an action-packed series filled with boxers and loan sharks, these projects showcase the range of roles that have made Do-hwan a notable talent in the Korean entertainment scene.
Save Me (2017)
Also Starring: Ok Taec-yeon, Seo Yea-ji, Jo Sung-ha, Lee David, Ha Hwa-jung
Also Starring: Ok Taec-yeon, Seo Yea-ji, Jo Sung-ha, Lee David, Ha Hwa-jung
Based on a popular webtoon, “Save Me” is about Im Sang-mi (Seo Yea-ji), whose family moves to the suburbs, only to be ensnared by a dangerous cult. Trapped and desperate, Sang-mi turns to her classmate Han Sang-hwan (Ok Taec-yeon), who is joined by his three friends in an effort to rescue her. Here, Do-hwan plays Seok Dong-chul, who joins the rescue mission after his release from jail.
Based on a popular webtoon, “Save Me” is about Im Sang-mi (Seo Yea-ji), whose family moves to the suburbs, only to be ensnared by a dangerous cult. Trapped and desperate, Sang-mi turns to her classmate Han Sang-hwan (Ok Taec-yeon), who is joined by his three friends in an effort to rescue her. Here, Do-hwan plays Seok Dong-chul, who joins the rescue mission after his release from jail.
Tempted (2018)
Also Starring: Park Soo-young (Red Velvet’s Joy), Moon Ga-young, Kim Min-jae
Also Starring: Park Soo-young (Red Velvet’s Joy), Moon Ga-young, Kim Min-jae
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Inspired by the classic French novel “Dangerous Liaisons,” “Tempted” centers on young adults entangled in a risky game of love and seduction. In this series, Do-hwan stars as Kwon Si-hyun, a conglomerate heir who sets out to seduce the diligent Eun Tae-hee (Park Soo-young).
Inspired by the classic French novel “Dangerous Liaisons,” “Tempted” centers on young adults entangled in a risky game of love and seduction. In this series, Do-hwan stars as Kwon Si-hyun, a conglomerate heir who sets out to seduce the diligent Eun Tae-hee (Park Soo-young).
The Divine Fury (2019)
Also Starring: Park Seo-jun, Ahn Sung-ki
Also Starring: Park Seo-jun, Ahn Sung-ki
In the action-horror film “The Divine Fury,” world-champion martial artist Yong-hoo (Park Seo-jun) turns to exorcist Father Ahn (Ahn Sung-ki) after mysterious wounds appear on his palms. Together, they battle the sinister Ji-shin (Do-hwan), a villain who preys on others’ vulnerabilities.
In the action-horror film “The Divine Fury,” world-champion martial artist Yong-hoo (Park Seo-jun) turns to exorcist Father Ahn (Ahn Sung-ki) after mysterious wounds appear on his palms. Together, they battle the sinister Ji-shin (Do-hwan), a villain who preys on others’ vulnerabilities.
The King: Eternal Monarch (2020)
Also Starring: Kim Go-eun, Lee Min-ho
Also Starring: Kim Go-eun, Lee Min-ho
Set in two alternate universes, “The King: Eternal Monarch” follows Lee Gon (Lee Min-ho), an emperor from a world where Korea is still a monarchy, as he is transported to a parallel universe where the Republic of Korea exists. There, he meets detective Jung Tae-eul (Kim Go-eun). In the series, Do-hwan plays dual roles: Jo Young, Lee Gon’s bodyguard in his world, and Jo Eun-seob, a public service worker for the police in Tae-eul's realm.
Set in two alternate universes, “The King: Eternal Monarch” follows Lee Gon (Lee Min-ho), an emperor from a world where Korea is still a monarchy, as he is transported to a parallel universe where the Republic of Korea exists. There, he meets detective Jung Tae-eul (Kim Go-eun). In the series, Do-hwan plays dual roles: Jo Young, Lee Gon’s bodyguard in his world, and Jo Eun-seob, a public service worker for the police in Tae-eul's realm.
Joseon Attorney (2023)
Also Starring: Bona (WJSN), Cha Hak-yeon (VIXX's N), Song Geon-hee
Also Starring: Bona (WJSN), Cha Hak-yeon (VIXX's N), Song Geon-hee
Do-hwan takes on the titular role in this period-legal drama, portraying Kang Han-soo, an attorney during Korea’s Joseon dynasty, who is determined to seek revenge against the enemy responsible for his parents’ deaths.
Do-hwan takes on the titular role in this period-legal drama, portraying Kang Han-soo, an attorney during Korea’s Joseon dynasty, who is determined to seek revenge against the enemy responsible for his parents’ deaths.
Bloodhounds (2023)
Also Starring: Lee Sang-yi, Park Sung-woong, Huh Joon-ho
Also Starring: Lee Sang-yi, Park Sung-woong, Huh Joon-ho
The eight-part action series “Bloodhounds” follows two promising boxers (Do-hwan and Lee Sang-yi) who are drawn into the dangerous world of loan sharks as they work to take down a ruthless moneylender.
The eight-part action series “Bloodhounds” follows two promising boxers (Do-hwan and Lee Sang-yi) who are drawn into the dangerous world of loan sharks as they work to take down a ruthless moneylender.
Mr. Plankton (2024)
Also Starring: Lee Yoo-mi, Oh Jung-se, Kim Hae-sook
Also Starring: Lee Yoo-mi, Oh Jung-se, Kim Hae-sook
In the romantic comedy “Mr. Plankton,” Do-hwan plays Hae-jo, a man who disrupts the wedding of his ex-girlfriend Jae-mi (Lee Yoo-mi) and enlists her help to find his biological father after discovering he is terminally ill.
In the romantic comedy “Mr. Plankton,” Do-hwan plays Hae-jo, a man who disrupts the wedding of his ex-girlfriend Jae-mi (Lee Yoo-mi) and enlists her help to find his biological father after discovering he is terminally ill.
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