Acting

Byun Hee-bong

1942-2023

Known for The Host, Memories of Murder, Okja.

7 linked movie credits shown

Born06/08/1942

Died09/18/2023

AgeDied at 81

BirthplaceJangseong, South Jeolla, South Korea

DepartmentActing

Also known as변희봉, HeeBong Byeon, Byeon Hui-bong, Byeon Hie-bong, 边希峰

Biography

Byun Hee-bong (Korean: 변희봉; born Byun In-chul; June 8, 1942 – September 18, 2023) was a Korean actor, known for his frequent collaborations with filmmaker Bong Joon-ho.

Movie Credits

The Host (2006)

As Park Hie-bong

Horror, Drama, Science Fiction

My Teacher, Mr. Kim (2003)

As Old Choi

Comedy, Drama

Volcano High (2001)

As Jang Hak-sa

Action, Comedy

Barking Dogs Never Bite (2000)

As Janitor

Comedy, Crime, Drama

By Quantum Physics: A Nightlife Venture (2019)

As Don Baek

Crime

Memories of Murder (2003)

As Sergeant Koo Hee-bong

Crime, Drama, Thriller

Mr. Go (2013)

As Wei-wei's Grandfather

Drama, Comedy