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Actor · South Korea

Jeon Bae Soo

全培秀

2 Jun 1970
Born · age 56
2016 to present
Years active
24
Screen credits

Jeon Bae-soo is a South Korean character actor known for The Wailing (2016) and for playing firefighter Nam So-ju in Netflix's All of Us Are Dead (2022).

Biography

Jeon Bae-soo, born on June 2, 1970, in Imsil-gun, North Jeolla Province, South Korea, is a seasoned actor renowned for his compelling supporting roles in both film and television. He embarked on his acting journey in 2004, initially taking on minor roles before gaining significant recognition in 2016 with his performances in the television series The K2 and Becky's Back.

Throughout his career, Jeon has showcased his versatility across various genres. Notably, in 2019, he portrayed Captain Byun in the romantic comedy-thriller When the Camellia Blooms, earning a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the KBS Drama Awards. He also played Nam So-ju, a dedicated firefighter and father, in the 2022 Netflix series All of Us Are Dead.

In addition to his television work, Jeon has appeared in numerous films, including The Wailing (2016), #Alive (2020), and Kingmaker (2022), where he played Lee's assistant. His performances often bring depth and authenticity to the characters he portrays, making him a respected figure in the South Korean entertainment industry.

As of 2025, Jeon Bae-soo continues to be active in the industry, with recent roles in series such as Queen of Tears (2024) and Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022), where he played Woo Gwang-ho, the supportive father of the titular character.

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Identity
Stage name
Jeon Bae Soo
Native name
全培秀
Gender
Male
Born and physical
Date of birth
2 June 1970
Age
56
Birthplace
Imsil, North Jeolla, South Korea
Zodiac
Gemini
Chinese zodiac
Dog
Data and sourcing
Portrait source
TMDB API
Rights holder
TMDB / respective copyright holder
Usage basis
Editorial use via TMDB API, non-commercial reference
Metadata source
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Last updated
29 September 2026
Editor
Claude (AI content review)
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