Lee Gook-ju

Acting

Lee Gook-ju

Born January 5, 1986 · Seoul, South Korea (age 40)

Guk-joo Lee is an actress, known for Roommate (2014), Busted! I Know Who You Are! (2018) and I Live Alone (2013).

Known For

Tongki is AliveTongki is Alive · 2011
Tongki is Alive
2011
MovieComedy
What if the heroes we once idolized were living among us today...? Tongki, too, as time would tell, was living as a defeated man, suffering from schizophrenia, drowning himself in alcohol day after day, struggling to get through each day...
Jesters: The Game ChangersJesters: The Game Changers · 2019
Jesters: The Game Changers
6.42019
MovieHistoryComedy
A gang of clowns is hired by an unpopular king to serve as propagandists who fabricate positive rumors and stage miracles to improve his personal image.
Running ManRunning Man · 2010
Running Man
8.22010
SeriesComedy
These days, as variety shows are gradually disappearing, this is one of Korea’s representative variety shows that has been responsible for Sunday evenings for over 10 years. This program features numerous stars and members going around various places, playing games, and completing missions. In particular, among the many fun elements of variety shows, this one focuses solely on laughter. Open your eyes! Big fun is coming in! Open your mouth! Big laughter is coming in! Open your heart! Useful lessons are coming in!
Men on a MissionMen on a Mission · 2015
Men on a Mission
7.42015
SeriesComedy
Male celebs play make-believe as high schoolers, welcoming star transfer students every week and engaging in battles of witty humor and slapstick.
Infinite ChallengeInfinite Challenge · 2005
Infinite Challenge
7.72005
SeriesComedy
Infinite Challenge has been reported as the first "Real-Variety" show in Korean television history. The program is largely unscripted, and follows a similar format of challenge-based Reality Television programs, familiar to the audiences in the West, but the challenges are often silly, absurd, or impossible to achieve, so the program takes on the aspect of a satirical comedy variety show, rather than a more standard reality or contest program. In order to achieve its comedic purposes its 6 hosts and staff continuously proclaim, the elements of this show are the 3-Ds, Dirty, Dangerous, and Difficult.
Amazing SaturdayAmazing Saturday · 2018
Amazing Saturday
7.62018
SeriesComedy
A group of hungry celebrities listen to poppin’ tunes, from recent hits to all-time-favorites, to correctly dictate a part of the lyrics. The songs may sound familiar, but the part they must dictate are unclear to the naked ear, as the lyrics are slurred, muffled by strong beats, etc. If they get the lyrics right, they get to share exquisite regional dishes. But if they get them wrong, a professional eater gobbles it up instead.
Home AloneHome Alone · 2013
Home Alone
7.52013
Series
It can be a badge of honor to be “single.” “I Live Alone” is a documentary-style South Korean reality series that follows the members of a self-formed club called Rainbow, which is comprised of celebrities who are single and live alone.
Radio StarRadio Star · 2007
Radio Star
5.42007
Series
“Radio Star” is a South Korean music talk show where the guests and hosts talk openly and intimately about their lives, their pasts and their work. It is part of Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation's "Golden Fishery" programming block.

Movies

TV Shows

Running ManRunning Man · 2010
Running Man
8.22010
SeriesComedy
These days, as variety shows are gradually disappearing, this is one of Korea’s representative variety shows that has been responsible for Sunday evenings for over 10 years. This program features numerous stars and members going around various places, playing games, and completing missions. In particular, among the many fun elements of variety shows, this one focuses solely on laughter. Open your eyes! Big fun is coming in! Open your mouth! Big laughter is coming in! Open your heart! Useful lessons are coming in!
Men on a MissionMen on a Mission · 2015
Men on a Mission
7.42015
SeriesComedy
Male celebs play make-believe as high schoolers, welcoming star transfer students every week and engaging in battles of witty humor and slapstick.
Infinite ChallengeInfinite Challenge · 2005
Infinite Challenge
7.72005
SeriesComedy
Infinite Challenge has been reported as the first "Real-Variety" show in Korean television history. The program is largely unscripted, and follows a similar format of challenge-based Reality Television programs, familiar to the audiences in the West, but the challenges are often silly, absurd, or impossible to achieve, so the program takes on the aspect of a satirical comedy variety show, rather than a more standard reality or contest program. In order to achieve its comedic purposes its 6 hosts and staff continuously proclaim, the elements of this show are the 3-Ds, Dirty, Dangerous, and Difficult.
Amazing SaturdayAmazing Saturday · 2018
Amazing Saturday
7.62018
SeriesComedy
A group of hungry celebrities listen to poppin’ tunes, from recent hits to all-time-favorites, to correctly dictate a part of the lyrics. The songs may sound familiar, but the part they must dictate are unclear to the naked ear, as the lyrics are slurred, muffled by strong beats, etc. If they get the lyrics right, they get to share exquisite regional dishes. But if they get them wrong, a professional eater gobbles it up instead.
Home AloneHome Alone · 2013
Home Alone
7.52013
Series
It can be a badge of honor to be “single.” “I Live Alone” is a documentary-style South Korean reality series that follows the members of a self-formed club called Rainbow, which is comprised of celebrities who are single and live alone.
Radio StarRadio Star · 2007
Radio Star
5.42007
Series
“Radio Star” is a South Korean music talk show where the guests and hosts talk openly and intimately about their lives, their pasts and their work. It is part of Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation's "Golden Fishery" programming block.
Mystery Music Show: King of Mask SingerMystery Music Show: King of Mask Singer · 2015
Mystery Music Show: King of Mask Singer
5.62015
Series
Competitors are given elaborate masks to wear in order to conceal their identity, thus removing factors such as popularity, career and age that could lead to prejudiced voting. In the first round, a pair of competitors sing the same song, while in the second and third rounds they each sing a solo song. After the First Generation, the winner of the Third Round goes on to challenge the Mask King, and is either eliminated or replaces the previous Mask King through live voting. The identities of the singers are not revealed unless they have been eliminated.
The Delicious GuysThe Delicious Guys · 2015
The Delicious Guys
6.22015
Series
Four comedians who are famous for their love of food visit restaurants all over Korea to try the popular menus.
SNL KoreaSNL Korea · 2011
SNL Korea
8.22011
SeriesComedy
Korea's version of the late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture and politics, are performed by a large and varying cast of repertory cast members.
Comedy Big LeagueComedy Big League · 2011
Comedy Big League
2011
SeriesComedy
The ManagerThe Manager · 2018
The Manager
5.52018
Series
We will get involved in every little detail of the stars’ lives. The managers who work closely with the stars reveal their mundane lives. Once the information is all revealed, the professional meddlers from various different fields are invited to make comments regarding even the smallest details. Lee Yeong Ja, Jun Hyun Moo, Song Eun I, Kim Saeng Min, Yang Se Hyeong and Yoo Byung Jae participate as the life meddlers along with the professionals.
Let's Eat Dinner TogetherLet's Eat Dinner Together · 2016
Let's Eat Dinner Together
7.02016
Series
As more and more people are getting used to eating dinner alone, Kang Ho-dong and Lee Kyung-kyu visit ordinary Korean families at dinner time and share their lives as they eat dinner together.
Chef & My FridgeChef & My Fridge · 2014
Chef & My Fridge
8.72014
Series
The best chefs of Korea compete to create impromptu dishes that feature ingredients found inside the guest stars' personal refrigerators.
Where Is My HomeWhere Is My Home · 2019
Where Is My Home
6.52019
Series
Celebrities are here to find your home sweet home! The show features two teams of celebs competing to help their clients find the new houses for them. As "real estate coordinators," celebs visit realtors and discover houses that fit the needs of the clients. They aren't afraid of cold weather, continuous allies to go through, nor stiff steps to climb. In the end, clients grades how much they are happy with celebs' proposals. Which team will get the clients pleased?
I Can See Your VoiceI Can See Your Voice · 2015
I Can See Your Voice
8.02015
Series
The music show filled with mysteries and shocking moments is back! Guest celebrities must correctly guess a real singer, based on appearance and a few hints only, among the group of people who are pretending to be a singer. A fake singer who last till the end gets 5000 dollars whereas a real singer who survives gets a precious opportunity to have their own album released.
Busted!Busted! · 2018
Busted!
7.82018
SeriesComedyMystery
Suspense, surprises and fun abound in this Korean variety game show featuring big personalities and even bigger mysteries in every episode.
Abnormal SummitAbnormal Summit · 2014
Abnormal Summit
8.32014
Series
Led by a trio of Korean celebrities, a multinational panel of men engage in mostly lighthearted debates on issues that affect Korea and beyond.
Kim Je-dong's Talk to YouKim Je-dong's Talk to You · 2015
Kim Je-dong's Talk to You
8.02015
Series
Culinary Class WarsCulinary Class Wars · 2024
Culinary Class Wars
8.32024
Series
Eighty "Black Spoon" underdog cooks with a knack for flavor face 20 elite "White Spoon" chefs in a fierce cooking showdown among 100 contenders.
Meokjjibba: Big SurvivalMeokjjibba: Big Survival · 2023
Meokjjibba: Big Survival
2023
Series
Although they are bigger than others, Korea's representative large people who love their bodies have gathered together! In this era where fashion, tastes, and tastes are diverse, big people who shout, “My body can become a trend too!” compete for the position of ‘advertising model’, a big survival show that loves my body and cannot gain or lose weight.
No Plans At AllNo Plans At All · 2024
No Plans At All
10.02024
Series
No planning, no googling, and of course, no famous spots! Jun and Kwak embark on unplanned food trips following recommendations from locals. This is the adventure of two foodies that captures the stories of people and the flavors of the neighborhood.
When the Devil Calls Your NameWhen the Devil Calls Your Name · 2019
When the Devil Calls Your Name
7.72019
SeriesComedy
Music producer and composer Ha Rib made a contract with the devil to trade his soul for fame. This devilish transaction brought him all the fame he could ask for, producing many hit songs. As the contract expiration draws near, he bargains with the devil for an extension. For that, he must find another person to sell the soul. Ha Rib finds a perfect candidate, but contemplates because she would have to suffer for 10 years for his selfish fame.
I Am a ManI Am a Man · 2014
I Am a Man
2014
Series
South Korean talk show hosted by Yoo Jae-suk. Its theme is a show "of the men, by the men, for the men."
RoommateRoommate · 2014
Roommate
8.22014
SeriesComedy
The show features eleven celebrities living together in a share house, sharing common spaces such as the kitchen, living room, and washrooms, as well as household tasks. The house features sixty cameras and five bedrooms. The program is a response to society today where single-person households are dramatically increasing and aims to show the life, troubles, and joys of eleven different celebrities as they form friendships, relationships and possibly enemies living together under one roof.