Director Yeon Sang Ho has been part of South Korea’s entertainment scene for a long time. Initially, he focused on making animated films. Some of his notable works include “Megalomania of D” (1997), “The King of Pigs” (2011), “The Fakes” (2013), and “Seoul Station” (2016).
Later on, Yeon Sang Ho ventured into non-animated films and Korean dramas. He often delves into the horror and thriller genres. So, if you’re curious, here are 11 Korean films and dramas directed by Yeon Sang Ho.
1. Train to Busan (2016)
This was Yeon Sang Ho’s first live-action film, starring Gong Yoo and Don Lee. It attracted over 10 million viewers.
2. Psychokinesis (2018)
Yeon Sang Ho not only directed but also co-wrote this film about characters with superpowers.
3. Peninsula (2020)
A sequel to “Train to Busan,” featuring Gang Dong Won. Yeon Sang Ho was also involved in writing the script.
4. JUNG_E (2023)
This sci-fi film, released as a Netflix original in Korea, marks Yeon Sang Ho’s return to directing and writing.
5. Hellbound (2021)
A Netflix drama where Yeon Sang Ho serves as both director and scriptwriter.
6. Parasyte: The Gray (2024)
In this latest drama, Yeon Sang Ho presents a new interpretation of Hitoshi Iwaaki’s manga, “Kiseijuu.”
7. The Cursed (2020)
While not directing, Yeon Sang Ho contributed as a scriptwriter for this drama.
8. The Cursed: Dead Man’s Prey (2021)
A spin-off film from “The Cursed,” co-written by Yeon Sang Ho.
9. Monstrous (2021)
Collaborating with director Jang Gun Jae, Yeon Sang Ho worked on this drama featuring Koo Kyo Hwan and Shin Hyun Been.
10. The Bequeathed (2024)
Partnering with director Min Hong Nam, Yeon Sang Ho reunites with Kim Hyun Joo and Ryu Kyung Soo in this drama.
11. Hellbound 2 (2024)
Yeon Sang Ho returns to direct and write the sequel to “Hellbound,” once again featuring Kim Hyun Joo.