Certified Korean drama leading lady Bae Suzy has built a reputation for delivering standout performances across both television and film. While fans eagerly anticipate each new project, there’s no better time to revisit her past dramas and discover the roles that made her a Hallyu favorite.
See some of her most memorable performances below!
K-Dramas Starring Bae Suzy
1. Dream High
Watch on: Netflix
Six ambitious music stars work toward their aspirations at Kirin Art High School. The series starts with Suzy as Go Hye Mi, a classical musician with dreams of attending Juilliard, a prestigious performing arts conservatory in New York. Unfortunately, she's forced to put this on hold and enter Kirin instead, in order to pay off her father's debts. Dream High serves as both Suzy's acting debut and her breakout role.
Also starring: Kim Soo Hyun, IU, Ok Taecyeon
2. Uncontrollably Fond
Watch on: Netflix, Viu
Though truly in love with each other, Shin Joon Young and No Eul were forced to break up due to uncontrollable circumstances. They meet again years later while on course towards completely different careers. Where Joon Young is now a bonafide celebrity as an actor and a singer, No Eul has become a producer-director for documentaries. The two quickly find that they’ve both changed from who they were years prior, yet somehow find their way back to each other.
Also starring: Kim Woo Bin, Im Joo Hwan
3. While You Were Sleeping
Watch on: Netflix, Viu
Bae Suzy is Nam Hong-joo, a young woman with the peculiar ability to see terrible moments in the future through her dreams. With the help of rookie prosecutor Jung Jae-chan and police officer Han Woo-tak, the trio eventually cross paths and work together to prevent Hong-joo’s visual premonitions from happening
Also starring: Lee Jong Suk, Jung Hae In
4. Vagabond
Watch on: Netflix
Aspiring stuntman Cha Dal Gun's life falls apart after his nephew, who he had raised on his own, dies in a plane crash. Upon learning of the lengths authorities had gone through to cover up the accident, he sets out on a journey to uncover the truth and find closure for his nephew. While on his quest, Dal Gun crosses paths with Suzy's Go Hae Ri, a National Intelligence Service agent who helps him investigate the heinous corruption happening behind-the-scenes that led to the crash.
Also starring: Lee Seung Gi, Shin Sung Rok
5. Start-Up
Watch on: Netflix
At the forefront of Start-Up is Suzy as Seo Dal-mi, an energetic and versatile go-getter who dreams of becoming Korea’s own Steve Jobs. She eventually crosses paths with "math genius" Nam Do-san, a tech entrepreneur with a failing company who she mistakenly remembers to be her first love. Despite the clear misunderstanding, Do-san takes this opportunity to work his way up the business ladder and, subsequently, into Dal-mi’s heart.
Also starring: Nam Joo Hyuk, Kim Sun Ho, Kang Ha Na
6. Anna
Watch on: Prime Video
Yoo Mi is a woman whose small lie unexpectedly leads her to live someone else’s life. Hyun Joo, who keeps herself emotionally distant from everyone, has a subtly tense relationship with Yoo Mi. Meanwhile, Ji Hoon, Yoo Mi’s ambitious husband, is constantly focused on his future. The only person Yoo Mi fully trusts is Ji Won, a dependable senior who quietly supports her through the upheaval.
Also starring: Jung Eun Chae, Kim Jun Han, Park Ye Young
7. Doona!
Watch on: Netflix
Bae Suzy is Lee Doo-Na, a former idol and main vocalist of a popular girl group who suddenly retires and retreats to a quiet share house near a university. Lee Won-Jun, played by Yang Se Jong, is an ordinary, warm-hearted university student who moves into the same share house. As their lives intersect, Won-Jun’s kindness begins to break through Doo-Na’s guarded exterior, sparking a gentle attraction between them.
Also starring: Yang Se Jong
8. Genie, Make a Wish
Watch on: Netflix
Ga Yeong is a cold, controlled young woman whose life is upended when she awakens Genie, a mischievous spirit who grants her three wishes. As his chaotic energy collides with her routines, a surprising romance sparks—but she soon discovers Genie is actually Iblis, testing humanity in ways she never expected.
Also starring: Kim Woo Bin, Ahn Eun Jin, Steve Noh, Ko Kyu Pil, Lee Joo Young
Movies Starring Bae Suzy
9. Ashfall
Watch on: Prime Video
When Baekdu Mountain suddenly erupts, chaos spreads across the Korean peninsula. Jeon Yu Gyeong devises a daring operation to prevent further disaster, while special forces captain Cho In Chang teams up with North Korean officer Lee Jun Pyeong. Meanwhile, Cho’s wife, Choi Ji Yeong, struggles to survive amid the devastation.
Also starring: Lee Byung Hun, Ha Jung Woo, Ma Dong Seok, Jeon Hye Jin
10. Wonderland
Watch on: Netflix
In the simulated world of Wonderland, people can reconnect with loved ones they’ve lost. Jeong In turns to the universe to see her comatose boyfriend Tae Ju, while a grieving man seeks solace in a reunion with his late wife, Bai Li. Overseen by Hae Ri and Hyeon Su, these encounters offer bittersweet moments of comfort and closure.
Also starring: Tang Wei, Park Bo Gum, Jung Yu Mi, Choi Woo Shik
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