Biography
Kim Byeong-ok (also credited as Kim Byung-ok) is a South Korean actor. Born on 11 October 1960 in Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do, he began his career as a stage actor with the Mokhwa Theater Company before making his film debut in 2003.
He is best known for his supporting role as Mr. Han in Park Chan-wook’s Oldboy (2003). He also appeared in the director’s Lady Vengeance (2005) as the Preacher, and in other notable films including I’m a Cyborg, But That’s OK (2006), New World (2013) and Cold Eyes (2013). On television he has played roles such as CEO Lee in What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim (2018). In 2021 he received the Bonsang at the Scene Stealer Festival for his performance in Show Window: The Queen’s House.
