Netflix's glory days are far, far from over—and we're of course pertaining to the groundbreaking Song Hye Kyo K-drama that's been making waves ever since its premiere. The two-part series has virtually never left the platform's Top TV Shows list, and even weeks after its finale, it continues to be a hot topic among viewers.
In fact, Hye Kyo just brught home the Best Actress award at the recently concluded 2023 Baeksang Arts Awards! A true testament to the show's unforgettable impact.
Aside from the leading lady's harrowing performance as Moon Dong-eun though, The Glory's ensemble cast also contributed to its massive success. A scene-stealer in his own right was Jung Sung Il, a 43-year-old actor who took on the role of Ha Do-yeong, the husband of Dong-eun's high school bully. They say that everyone loves a villain, and we'd argue the same for that villain's just-as-sly partner.
Sung Il's been in the biz for more than two decades now, with most of his work actually done on the theater stage. In case you've been meaning to see more of his stuff on-screen, we list down a few of his must-watch titles ahead.
WATCH: 6 K-Dramas Featuring Actor Jung Sung Il
1. The Glory (2022-2023)
Watch on: Netflix
All Moon Dong-eun ever desired was to become a successful architect, but her adolesence is tainted by the severe bullying she faces in school. Now an adult, she returns to the same hallways that witnessed her maltreatment, hellbent on exacting revenge on those that perpetuated her misfortune. Her primary target is Yeon-jin, who currently works as a newscaster and is wed to Jaepyeong Construction CEO Ha Do-yeong.
Also starring: Lim Ji Yeon, Lee Do Hyun, Kim Hieora, Cha Joo Young
2. Our Blues (2022)
Watch on: Netflix
Longing to escape from her troubles in the city, which includes her troubled boyfriend Kim Tae-hoon, Min Sun-ah moves to a quaint town on Jeju Island. There, she encounters Lee Dong-seok, a salesman who's lived in the province for all of his life. With her woes hundreds of nautical miles away from her, Sun-ah peels away at the local's tough demeanor, and adjusts to the slow life herself.
Also starring: Shin Min Ah, Lee Byung Hun, Kim Woo Bin
3. Moonshine (2021-2022)
Watch on: Viki, Viu
Under the leadership of King Lee Kang, a strict alcohol prohibition is implemented in Joseon-era Korea. Nam Young, a young and good-looking delegate of the Saheonbu, comes to the city and cracks down on citizens going against the ban. One of the people he keeps an eye on is Kang Ro-seo, a breadwinner who brews liquor in secret in order to pay off her family's debts.
Also starring: Yoo Seung Ho, Lee Hye Ri, Byeon Woo Seok, Kang Mi Na
4. Bad and Crazy (2021-2022)
Watch on: iQiyi
Police detective Ryu Soo-yeol doesn't mind cutting corners if it means advancing his career and increasing his payroll. His questionable methods get shaken up when K, an unhinged, justice-seeking agent teams up with him—albeit, against his will at first—for a wild ride of a mission. Along the way, Shin Ju-hyeok, a youth therapist from Soo-yeol's past, reemerges and becomes a wrench in their plans.
Also starring: Lee Dong Wook, Wi Ha Joon, Han Ji Eun
5. Times (2021)
Watch on: Viki
Lee Jin-woo and Seo Jung-in are two reporters who work together to prevent the eventual murder of President Seo Gi-tae. Though, there's just one thing: Jin-woo is from 2015, while Jung-in is from 2020, and the only way they communicate is through phone calls. A dangerous truth reveals itself to the pair, which adds even more mystery to their already inexplicable set-up.
Also starring: Lee Seo Jin, Lee Joo Young, Kim Yeong Cheol, Moon Jeong Hee
6. Birthcare Center (2020)
Watch on: Netflix, Viki, iQiyi
Oh Hyun-jin seems to have her entire life planned, from her career down to her family dynamic. Though, after delivering her first child, she realizes that she's actually not as ready for motherhood as she thought she was. She decides to seek guidance from other moms at a postpartum center, meeting Cho Eun-jeong, Choi Hye-suk, and their respective hubbies.
Also starring: Uhm Ji Won, Park Ha Sun, Jang Hye Jin, Yoon Park, Choi Ri
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