In Memory of Lee Joo Sil, Here’s a List of Korean Dramas He/She Has Acted In Besides 'SQUID GAME'

Kapanlagi.com - The South Korean entertainment industry has lost one of its best senior actresses, Lee Joo Sil, who passed away on February 2, 2025. This veteran actress is known for her many memorable roles in various popular dramas, including SQUID GAME, but her contributions go far beyond that.

Throughout her career, Lee Joo Sil often portrayed mother or grandmother characters with great depth. Her emotional and profound roles made her one of the most respected supporting actresses in the Korean drama industry.

As a tribute to her long journey in the entertainment world, here is a list of dramas she has starred in, showcasing her extraordinary dedication and talent as an actress.

1. Latest Drama Starring Lee Joo Sil

In Memory of Lee Joo Sil, Here’s a List of Korean Dramas She Has Starred In Besides 'SQUID GAME' (credit: imdb)

Before passing away, Lee Joo Sil was still active in acting and participated in several recent dramas. One of the most anticipated is SQUID GAME 2, which is scheduled to air on Netflix in 2024. In this drama, she plays the mother of the character Hwang Jun-Ho, portrayed by Wi Ha-Joon.

Additionally, she is also involved in the Netflix drama GOODBYE EARTH (2024), playing the character grandmother Jin Se-Kyung in episode 10. Other dramas featuring her performances include TELL ME THAT YOU LOVE ME (2023-2024) and A TIME CALLED YOU (2023).

2. Iconic Dramas That Made Her Name

Remember Lee Joo Sil, Here is a List of Korean Dramas She Has Played in Besides 'SQUID GAME' (credit: asianwiki)

Lee Joo Sil has starred in various dramas that left a deep impression on the hearts of the audience. One of them is THE UNCANNY COUNTER 2 (2023), where she plays Jang Choon-Ok, a character that is an important part of the story.

In the same year, she also appeared in THE GOOD BAD MOTHER (2023) and DIVORCE ATTORNEY SHIN (2023). In these dramas, she plays the roles of Jung Gum-Ja's mother-in-law and Yang Bok-Sun in several episodes.

The previous year, she also starred in JUVENILE JUSTICE (2022) as Seo Yu-Ri's grandmother, a role that managed to touch the hearts of many viewers.

3. Role as a Grandmother Who Always Inspires

Remember Lee Joo Sil, Here is a List of Korean Dramas She Has Played in Besides 'SQUID GAME' (credit: mydramalist)

One of Lee Joo Sil's acting strengths is her ability to portray the role of a grandmother with such emotion. In the drama HAPPINESS (2021), she plays Ji Sung-Sil, an elderly woman struggling to survive amidst a zombie outbreak.

She also delivered an outstanding performance in MOVE TO HEAVEN (2021) as Lee Yeong-Sun in episode 3. Her heartfelt acting moved many viewers and showcased her skill in portraying characters with emotional depth.

Another drama featuring her inspirational role is SELL YOUR HAUNTED HOUSE (2021), where she plays Yoo Young-Soon, a character that adds tension to the story.

4. Korean Dramas Starring Since 2020

In Memory of Lee Joo Sil, Here is a List of Korean Dramas She Played in Besides 'SQUID GAME' (credit: imdb)

Although she is no longer young, Lee Joo Sil remains active in various drama projects since 2020. Some of them include:

• THE GOOD DETECTIVE 2 (2022) as Park Geum-Soon
• IT'S BEAUTIFUL NOW (2022) as Jung Mi-Young
• WOULD YOU LIKE A CUP OF COFFEE? (2021) as Mrs. Hwang
• THE WITCH'S DINER (2021) as Lee Bok-Nan
• HOSPITAL PLAYLIST 2 (2021) as a brain tumor patient (ep.8)
• VOICE 4 (2021) as Grandma Park Eun-Soo (ep.2)
• MYSTIC POP-UP BAR (2020) as Lee Kkeut-Sun (ep.4)
• OH MY BABY (2020) as Soon-Nam

This series of dramas proves that Lee Joo Sil continued to create until the end of her life.

5. Popular Films Starring Lee Joo Sil

Remembering Lee Joo Sil, here's a list of Korean dramas she has starred in besides 'SQUID GAME' (credit: imdb)

In addition to drama, Lee Joo Sil also has a strong career footprint in the film industry. One of her most famous films is TRAIN TO BUSAN (2016), where she played the role of Seok-Woo's mother.

Other films showcasing her acting talent include:

• SVAHA: THE SIXTH FINGER (2019)
• SUNKIST FAMILY (2019)
• THE CHOSEN: FORBIDDEN CAVE (2015)
• LE GRAND CHEF (2007)

These films further solidify her position as an actress with exceptional acting abilities, capable of portraying strong and memorable characters.

6. What is the most famous film starring Lee Joo Sil?

Her most famous film is TRAIN TO BUSAN (2016), where she played the role of the mother of the main character, Seok-Woo.

7. What dramas did Lee Joo Sil star in in 2023?

Some of the dramas he starred in in 2023 are THE UNCANNY COUNTER 2, THE GOOD BAD MOTHER, DIVORCE ATTORNEY SHIN, and A TIME CALLED YOU.

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