Joo Sang-wook

Joo Sang-wook is a South Korean actor known for sharp suits, a warm smile and strong lead roles. Born on 18 July 1978 in Seoul, he became a top star with Good Doctor and Birth of a Beauty. He now leads the action drama Agent Kim Reactivated.

Joo Sang-wook is 180 cm (5 ft 11 in) tall and weighs 70 kg, according to his published profile.

Early life

Joo Sang-wook made his debut in 1998 and worked for years in small roles. He spent his early career in historical dramas and daily dramas, learning step by step. His tall build and clear voice made him a natural choice for doctors, lawyers and rich heirs.

Career and breakthrough

His break came with the family saga Giant (2010) and the medical drama Good Doctor (2013), where he played the skilled but cold doctor Kim Do-han. The role made him famous across Asia. He then led the romantic comedies Cunning Single Lady (2014) and Birth of a Beauty (2014), which showed his soft and funny side.

Popular roles

In 2021 he took the title role in the historical drama The King of Tears, Lee Bang Won, playing the famous king with power and depth. He also appeared as Jang Gang, the hero's father, in the fantasy hit Alchemy of Souls (2022). Viewers trust his calm and manly style in both modern and historical stories.

Recent work

In Agent Kim Reactivated (2026), he plays Ju Gang-chan, a man pulled back into a dangerous world of action and secrets. After more than twenty-five years on screen, Joo Sang-wook still takes on new kinds of roles. Fans admire his steady career and his image as a kind family man.