Lee Sun-kyun (1975–2023) was a South Korean actor best known for his roles in the film ‘Parasite’ (2019) as Mr. Park, the TV series ‘My Mister’ (2018) as Park Dong-hoon, and ‘Coffee Prince’ (2007) as Choi Han-sung.
Films
- The Land of HappinessPark Tae-joo (posthumous release)2024
- Killing RomanceJonathan Na2023
- SleepHyun-soo2023
- KingmakerKim Woon-beom2022
- The Man Standing NextBok-sun / Park Yong-gak2020
- ParasiteMr. Park (Park Dong-ik)2019
- Take Off 2Coach Kang2016
- A Violent ProsecutorJin-seon2016
- All About My WifeLee Doo-hyun2012
- HelplessJang-kyung2012
- PajuKim Joong-shik2009
- Romantic IslandKang Jae-hyuk2008
TV shows
- PaybackEun Yong2023
- Dr. BrainKoh Se-won2021
- My MisterPark Dong-hoon2018
- Miss KoreaKim Hyung-joon2013–2014
- Golden TimeLee Min-woo2012
- PastaChoi Hyun-wook2010
- Coffee PrinceChoi Han-sung2007
- White TowerChoi Do-young2007
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About Lee Sun-kyun
Lee Sun-kyun was a highly respected South Korean actor known for his nuanced performances across film and television. He rose to international prominence with his role as the wealthy patriarch Mr. Park in Bong Joon-ho’s Oscar-winning film ‘Parasite’ (2019). His career, spanning over two decades, also included acclaimed TV dramas such as ‘My Mister’ and ‘Coffee Prince’, before his tragic death in…
FAQs
What was Lee Sun-kyun’s most famous role?
He is best known for playing Mr. Park (Park Dong-ik) in the 2019 film ‘Parasite’, which won the Palme d’Or and the Academy Award for Best Picture.
When did Lee Sun-kyun die?
He died on 27 December 2023 at the age of 48, in what was ruled a suicide amid a police investigation into alleged drug use.
Did Lee Sun-kyun win any awards for his acting?
Yes, he won several awards, including the Best Actor award at the Baeksang Arts Awards for ‘My Mister’ (2019) and the Best Supporting Actor at the Blue Dragon Film Awards for ‘Parasite’ (2019).
What TV drama made Lee Sun-kyun famous?
He gained widespread recognition in South Korea for his role in the 2007 drama ‘Coffee Prince’, which became a cultural phenomenon.
Was Lee Sun-kyun married?
Yes, he married actress Jeon Hye-jin in 2009, and they had two sons.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026