Shin Young-kyun
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 7, 1928 in Pyongsan, Korea
- Active Years
- 1948–1988 (41 Years)
- Total Credits
- 87 credits in database
Biography
Shin Young-kyun is a South Korean actor, film producer, and politician. Born on November 6, 1928, in Pyongsan, Hwanghae Province, he later moved to Seoul at the age of 10. While studying dentistry at Seoul National University, he participated in a drama club where he met fellow actors and a composer. Shin Young-kyun is known for his work in the acting field, with a total of 87 known credits. His stage name is 신영균, and he is also known by other names including Shin Yeong-gyun, 申榮均, and Yeong-gyu.
Career overview
Shin Young-kyun is a South Korean actor with a long and extensive career in the entertainment industry. Born in Pyongsan, Korea in 1928, he began his acting career at a relatively young age. Shin's early involvement in a drama club while studying dentistry at Seoul National University likely provided him with valuable experience and exposure to the world of acting.
Shin Young-kyun has appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout his career, with a total of 87 known credits. His extensive body of work showcases his versatility as an actor and his ability to adapt to various roles and genres. Although specific details about his acting career are limited, it is clear that Shin has had a significant impact on the South Korean entertainment industry.
As a prominent figure in South Korean cinema, Shin Young-kyun's contributions to the industry have been substantial. His dedication to his craft and his ability to connect with audiences have made him a respected and beloved actor. With a career spanning nearly a century, Shin continues to be an important figure in South Korean entertainment, with his legacy serving as a testament to his enduring talent and influence.
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Full Filmography
87 titles- A Migrant Bird in a Nest (1988) Producer
- The Three-Day Reign (1973)
- Azaleas Of My Hometown (1973) as Yong-chool
- The Last Flight to Pyongyang (1972) as Kim Dae-ryeong
- Lady of the Court (1972)
- The Crying Bird (1971)
- Leaving in the rain (1971)
- Once More, for Love (1971)
- Horror in the Underworld (1971)
- Wang-geon, the Great (1970)
- Great King Sejo (1970)
- Pagoda of No Shadow (1970)
- Though There was No Vow (1970)
- Farewell My Love (1970)
- Naked Love (1970) as Li Yung-Chieh
- Mi-ae (1970)
- The Eunuch 2 (1969)
- The Partisan Lovers (1969) as Chin Tsai-Lung
- Temptatio (1969)
- Saint and Witch (1969)
- A Thousand Year-Old Fox (1969) as General Wong-ran Kim
- Spring, Spring (1969)
- Love Me Once Again 2 (1969)
- Herb of Desire (1968)
- Prince Daewon (1968) as Prince Heung Seon
- The Homeless Wanderer (1968)
- Love (1968)
- A Man Like the Wind (1968) as Cloud
- Love Me Once Again (1968) as Shin-ho Kim
- Glory of Barefoot (1968)
- Full Ship (1967) as Yeon-cheol
- Mounted Bandits (1967) as Zhang Hu-Shan
- River of Love (1967)
- The King with My Face (1967) as Emperor Hung Wai/Shing An
- Nostalgia (1967) as Go U-do
- A Red-and-blue Gauze Lantern (1967) as Kim Yong-mun
- Six Daughters (1967)
- Flame in Valley (1967) as Kyu-bok
- The Violator (1967)
- Mountain (1967)
- A Water Mill (1966) as Bang-won
- A Soldier Speaks after Death (1966)
- Wild Flowers (1966)
- A Hero without a Serial Number (1966)
- Nameless Grass (1966)
- The King and the Servant Boy (1965) as Eom Taek-ju
- The Seaside Village (1965) as Seong-soo
- Sorrow Even Up in Heaven (1965) as Kim Dong-sik
- Fading in the Rain (1965) as Kwon Hyeok
- The Tiger Moth (1965)
- North and South (1965)
- Tiger of the Plains (1965)
- Market (1965)
- Red Scarf (1964) as Na Gwan-joong (Major)
- The Last Woman of Shang (1964) as Emperor Chou
- The Heartbreaking Story (1964) as Yi Bang-won
- The Korean Instrument with 12 Strings (1964)
- Buddha (1964)
- The Power for Ten Years (1964) as Hong Guk-yeong
- The Extra Mortals (1964)
- A Reluctant Prince (1963)
- Kinship (1963) as Won-pal
- The Cloud Bridge of Gratitude (1963) as Soon-eon
- 한양에서 온 성춘향 (1963) as Lee Mong-ryong
- Love Affair (1963)
- Conqueror (1963)
- Rice (1963)
- Bound by Chastity Rule (1962)
- Times of Love and Hatred (1962) as Oh Han-gyeong
- King Dongmyeong (1962)
- Tyrant Yeonsan (1962) as King Yeon-san
- When Acacias Bloom (1962) as Wang Seok (independence fighter)
- Revenge (1962)
- The Way of Hwarang (1962) as Eojinrang (Hwarang, son of Pumseok)
- The War and an Old Man (1962)
- Iljimae the Chivalrous Robber (1961) as Park In-geol
- The Coachman (1961) as Su-eob
- Five Marines (1961) as Second Lieutenant Oh Deok-soo
- Mother and a Guest (1961) as Uncle
- Prince Yeonsan (1961) as Prince Yeon-san
- Under the Sky in Seoul (1961) as Kim Hyeon-gu
- Lim Kkeok-jeong (1961)
- The Evergreen (1961) as Park Dong-hyuk
- Ah! Baekbeom Kim Ku (1960)
- A Widow (1960)
- A Public Prosecutor and a Teacher (1948) as Lawyer
- 509 Tank Forces as 신성호 중위
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Shin Young-kyun best known for?
Shin Young-kyun is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Bound by Chastity Rule (1962), The Coachman (1961), Five Marines (1961).
When and where was Shin Young-kyun born?
Shin Young-kyun was born on November 7, 1928 in Pyongsan, Korea.
How many credits does Shin Young-kyun have?
Shin Young-kyun has accumulated over 87 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 1988.
What is Shin Young-kyun's background in cinema and television?
Shin Young-kyun is a South Korean actor, film producer, and politician. Born on November 6, 1928, in Pyongsan, Hwanghae Province, he later moved to Seoul at the age of 10. While studying dentistry at Seoul National University, he participated in a drama club where he met fellow actors and a composer. Shin Young-kyun is...
Shin Young-kyun by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Bound by Chastity Rule (1962) — aged about 33
- The Coachman (1961) as Su-eob — aged about 32
- Five Marines (1961) as Second Lieutenant Oh Deok-soo — aged about 32
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