Lee Eung-bok
- Known For
- Directing
- Birthplace
- South Korea
- Active Years
- 2010–2025 (16 Years)
- Total Credits
- 22 credits in database
Biography
Lee Eung-bok is a South Korean television director. His professional credits include roles as a director, creator, co-executive producer, writer, and character developer. He began his career in 2009 with the KBS production Hometown of Legends – Forbidden Books. Throughout his career, he has directed numerous popular television programs, including School 2013, Secret Love, Dream High, Descendants of the Sun, Mr. Sunshine, and Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, also known as Goblin. His later work includes the Jirisan series and the Sweet Home franchise, as well as the 2025 production Dear X. After joining Studio Dragon, he continued his work in the television industry. Sources provide conflicting information regarding his birth year, citing either 1969 or 1972.
Career overview
Lee Eung-bok is a South Korean television director who has contributed to numerous popular productions. His career began in 2009 with the KBS project Hometown of Legends – Forbidden Books. Over the following years, he directed a variety of television series, including Dream High in 2011, School 2013 in 2012, and Secret Love in 2013. He also directed the 2014 Drama Special Different Cries.
His filmography includes several widely recognized titles such as Descendants of the Sun, which was released in 2016. That same year, he directed the series Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, also known as Goblin. His later work includes the 2018 series Mr. Sunshine and the Jirisan series, which aired in 2021. Lee has also been involved in the Sweet Home franchise, directing the first season in 2020, followed by the second and third seasons in 2023 and 2024, respectively. His credits further include the 2025 production Dear X and the series Discovery of Love. Throughout his career, Lee has served in various capacities, including as a director, creator, writer, and co-executive producer. Sources provide conflicting information regarding his birth year, citing either 1969 or 1972. He is currently associated with Studio Dragon.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
22 titles- Dear X (2025) Director
- Jirisan (2021) Director
- Sweet Home (2020) Director
- Sweet Home (2020) Co-Executive Producer
- Mr. Sunshine (2018) Director
- Mr. Sunshine (2018) Creator
- Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016) Director
- Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016) Creator
- Descendants of the Sun (2016) Director
- Descendants of the Sun (2016) Creator
- Discovery of Love (2014) Director
- Secret Love (2013) Director
- My Friend Is Still Alive (2013) Director
- My Friend Is Still Alive (2013) Writer
- School 2013 (2012) Director
- School 2013 (2012) Creator
- Dream High (2011) Director
- Dream High (2011) Creator
- KBS Drama Special (2010) Director
- The Great Gye Choon-bin (2010) Director
- Men of the Harem Director
- I'm Against My Romance Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Lee Eung-bok best known for?
Lee Eung-bok is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Dear X (2025), Jirisan (2021), Asylum Blackout (2012), Asylum Blackout (2012).
When and where was Lee Eung-bok born?
Lee Eung-bok was born in South Korea.
How many credits does Lee Eung-bok have?
Lee Eung-bok has accumulated over 22 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2010 to 2025.
What is Lee Eung-bok's background in cinema and television?
Lee Eung-bok is a South Korean television director. His professional credits include roles as a director, creator, co-executive producer, writer, and character developer. He began his career in 2009 with the KBS production Hometown of Legends – Forbidden Books. Throughout his career, he has directed numerous popular te...
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