Son Suk-ku Biography: Age, Net Worth, Girlfriend, Movies, Awards, Wiki, Height, Instagram, Ethnicity

Son Suk-ku, is a South Korean actor, director, and screenwriter celebrated for his performances in film and television.

He gained international recognition after starring in D.P., My Liberation Notes, The Roundup, and A Killer Paradox.

His natural acting style and diverse roles have established him as one of South Korea’s most respected contemporary actors.

Son Suk-ku
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Son Suk-ku
Born:	February 7, 1983 (age 43 years old)
Place of Birth:	Daejeon, South Korea
Nationality:	South Korean
Ethnicity:	Korean
Height:	5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Son
Siblings:	One younger brother
Children:	One child
Occupation:	Actor, Director, Screenwriter
Net Worth:	$8 million

Early Life and Education

Son Suk-ku was born on February 7, 1983, in Daejeon, South Korea. He spent his formative years under the guidance of Mr. and Mrs. Son before continuing his education abroad in Canada and the United States.

His ethnicity is Korean, and he grew up alongside one younger brother. His religion is Christianity.

Son studied visual arts and filmmaking at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where he developed an interest in documentary production before deciding to pursue acting professionally.

Career

Son Suk-ku embarked on his acting career after returning to South Korea following military service, overseas studies, and stage training in Canada.

He made his screen debut in the film Scarlet Innocence before gradually earning recognition in television dramas including Sense8, Mother, Suits, Matrimonial Chaos, and Designated Survivor: 60 Days.

His performances attracted praise for their emotional depth and versatility.

His breakthrough arrived after portraying Im Ji-seop in Netflix’s D.P. and the mysterious Mr. Gu in My Liberation Notes, performances that significantly elevated his profile across Asia.

Son continued his success in the blockbuster film The Roundup, followed by leading roles in Big Bet, A Killer Paradox, Troll Factory, Heavenly Ever After, and other acclaimed productions.

Besides acting, he has written, directed, and participated in independent creative projects, further demonstrating his versatility in the entertainment industry.

Awards and Nominations

• Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actor (Television) – My Liberation Notes – Nominee
• Korean Association of Film Critics Awards – Best New Actor – The Roundup – Winner
• Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actor – The Roundup – Winner
• Director’s Cut Awards – Best Actor – Nothing Serious – Winner
• Asia Artist Awards – Best Artist Award – Winner

Social Media

• Instagram: @sonsukku

Personal Life

Son Suk-ku, 43 years old, is not in a relationship.

He has never been married. He is the father of one child, although he has chosen not to disclose details about the child’s identity publicly.

Outside acting, he enjoys photography, travelling, visual arts, and filmmaking, interests developed during his years studying abroad. His height is 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm).

Net Worth

Son Suk-ku has accumulated a net worth of $8 million USD.

His income is generated primarily from acting in television dramas, feature films, streaming productions, commercial endorsements, and creative work as a director and screenwriter.

Successful projects such as D.P., My Liberation Notes, The Roundup, Big Bet, and A Killer Paradox have contributed significantly to his financial success.

Filmography

• Scarlet Innocence (2014)
• Black Stone (2015)
• Sense8 (2017)
• Mother (2018)
• Suits (2018)
• Matrimonial Chaos (2018)
• Designated Survivor: 60 Days (2019)
• Hit-and-Run Squad (2019)
• D.P. (2021–2023)
• Nothing Serious (2021)
• Jirisan (2021)
• My Liberation Notes (2022)
• The Roundup (2022)
• Big Bet (2022–2023)
• A Killer Paradox (2024)
• Troll Factory (2024)
• Virus (2025)
• Heavenly Ever After (2025)