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Jung Jong-Yul

Jung Jong-Yul (born March 9, 1969), also known by the alternative romanization Jung Jong-Ryul, is a South Korean actor known for his extensive supporting roles in both film and television series.

Jung Jong-Yul promotional photograph from 1972
Jung Jong-Yul in 1972

Early Life and Personal Details

Jung Jong-Yul was born in South Korea on March 1969. He stands at a height of 180 cm. In Korean entertainment databases, he is listed under his Hangul name 정종열 and alternative romanization Jung Jong-Ryul.

Film Career

Throughout his career, Jung has appeared in numerous feature films, frequently taking on character and supporting roles that contribute to prominent South Korean cinematic releases. His film credits include:

  • Broker (2022) as baby box minister
  • The Bad Guys: Reign of Chaos (2019) as police corporal
  • Default (2018) as Jeil Bank Vice-Chairman
  • Feng Shui (2018) as homeowner
  • Pandora (2016) as fleeing refugee
  • Split (2016) as Wednesday bowling / presidential championship commentator
  • The Map Against The World (2016) as Japanese delegate 2
  • Overman (2016) as library manager
  • Eclipse (2016) as middle-aged man
  • Inside Men (2015) as senior reporter 6
  • The Advocate: A Missing Body (2015) as security manager
  • The Suspect (2013) as drunk man
  • Door to the Night (2013) as desk
  • The Gifted Hands (2013) as detective 2
  • Montage (2013) as recording team 1
  • Very Ordinary Couple (2013) as male customer
  • Whatcha Wearin'? (2012) as karaoke bar customer 2
  • Triangle (2009) as Jung Sim-Bok

Television Series

In addition to his film work, Jung has maintained a steady presence in television dramas across various networks and streaming platforms, including major contributions to both broadcasting stations and streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, and tvN.

Selected Television Appearances

  • Teach You a Lesson (Netflix / 2026) as committee chairman
  • The Dream Life of Mr. Kim (JTBC / 2025) as Yoon Jeong-Tae
  • The Divorce Insurance (tvN / 2025) as Kim Seok-Gi
  • Squid Game Season 2 (Netflix / 2024) as doctor
  • Uncle Samsik (Disney+ / 2024) as assemblyman
  • Chief Detective 1958 (MBC / 2024) as bank manager
  • A Bloody Lucky Day (TVING-tvN / 2023) as Wi Ji-Young
  • Daily Dose of Sunshine (Netflix / 2023) as Min Deul-Re's uncle
  • Shadow Detective 2 (Disney+ / 2023) as hardware store owner
  • Agency (JTBC / 2023) as drunk diner
  • One Dollar Lawyer (SBS / 2022) as prosecutor
  • Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area (Netflix / 2022) as doctor
  • Green Mothers' Club (JTBC / 2022) as professor
  • The Penthouse 3 (SBS / 2021) as Seoul University of Music faculty
  • Voice 3 (OCN / 2019) as ryokan owner
  • Legal High (JTBC / 2019) as judge
  • Signal (tvN / 2016) as police sergeant
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