Kim Joo-Hwan: South Korean Filmmaker and Director

Kim Joo-Hwan (Hangul: 김주환) is a South Korean film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his work across feature films and streaming television series.

Career

Kim has worked extensively in the South Korean entertainment industry, undertaking multiple creative roles including directing, screenwriting, and producing. His directorial filmography spans independent projects to commercial action and drama films.

Notable Filmography

• Goodbye My Smile (2011) – Director, screenwriter, producer
• Koala (2013) – Director, screenwriter
• Midnight Runners (2017) – Director
• The Divine Fury (2019) – Director, screenwriter
• My Puppy (2023) – Director, screenwriter
• Officer Black Belt (2024) – Director, screenwriter

Television and Streaming Series

Kim has also expanded into episodic media for streaming platforms, notably serving as creator and director for projects distributed by Netflix.

• Bloodhounds (Netflix, 2023) – Director, screenwriter
• Bloodhounds 2 (Netflix, 2026) – Director, screenwriter