Jang Hang-jun

He made his directional debut in the 2002 film Break Out. Jang has directed the feature films Spring Breeze (2003), Forgotten (2017), Rebound (2023) and anthology The Killer.

• Name — Jang Hang-jun • Born — 17 September 1969 • Birthplace — Daegu, South Korea • Occupation — Film director, television director screenwriter • Years Active — 2002–present • Children — 1 • Agent — Media Lab Seeso • Education — Seoul Institute of the Arts Jang Hang-jun (born September 17, 1969) is a South Korean film and television director, screenwriter, and television personality. He is a professor in the Department of Theater and Film at Digital Seoul Culture Arts University. Jang is known for the 2026 historical film The King's Warden, which recorded over 16 million admissions, making it the second most-watched and highest-grossing film in South Korean box office history. He made his directional debut in the 2002 film Break Out. Jang has directed the feature films Spring Breeze (2003), Forgotten (2017), Rebound (2023) and anthology The Killer.

Jang was born in Daegu in 1969. He grew up in a privileged household provided with a personal driver and subject-specific tutors. Despite these advantages, Jang did not prioritize his studies, choosing instead to spend his time socializing with friends. This lifestyle changed during his second year of high school when his father's construction business went bankrupt. Following this shift in circumstances, Jang enrolled in a theater department in Seoul. During his studies, he discovered a deep passion for the arts and began to seriously evaluate his professional strengths.

After graduating, Jang secured a position as the youngest writer at a broadcasting station, an opportunity facilitated by a senior acquaintance. His role shifted unexpectedly after six months when the lead writer disappeared. In a surprising turn of events, a script Jang had previously written was adopted by the station, resulting in his promotion to Field Director. While working as a writer for the SBS entertainment department on the show Good Friends, Jang found inspiration in his friend Jang Jin's success in the Spring Literary Contest. This achievement motivated him to transition from television entertainment to the film industry. He began focusing on screenwriting and gained significant recognition in 1996 with his script for The Adventure of Mrs. Park, which effectively launched his cinematic career. In 2011, he co-wrote and directed Sign, a medical crime investigation drama starring Park Shin-yang and Kim Ah-joong. In 2026, he wrote and directed the historical film The King's Warden. The film was released on February 4, 2026, coinciding with the Korean New Year holiday. It received positive reviews and did well at the box office.

Jang and his wife, Kim Eun-hee, donated 30 million won to the Children's Fund in Ukraine on March 4, 2022, to support those affected by the Russian invasion.

Jang married Kim Eun-hee in 1998. They have a daughter named Jang Yeon-soo.

• Year — Title — Credited as — Ref. Reference(s) • English — Korean — Director — Writer — Creator • 2010 — Golden House — 위기일발 풍년빌라 • 2011 — Sign — 싸인 • 2012-2013 — The King of Dramas — 드라마의 제왕 • 2013 — Who Are You? — 후아유

Film • Year — Title — Role — Ref. Reference(s) • English — Korean • 1996 — The Adventure of Mrs. Park — 박봉곤 가출 사건 — Cameo • 2002 — Break Out — 라이터를 켜라 • 2003 — Spring Breeze — 불어라 봄바람 — Cameo • 2004 — Ghost House — 귀신이 산다 — Luna Bar Building Manager • 2010 — Attack the Gas Station 2 — Director Jang • Loveholic • 2012 — The Scent — Chinese restaurant owner • The Suck Up Project: Mr. XXX-Kisser — Cameo • Unbearable (2012 film) — Part-time Manager • 2014 — Venus Talk • 2008 — Hellcats • Manner of Battle • 2015 — Trap — Cameo • 2016 — My New Sassy Girl — Theater Company Director

• Year — Title — Role — Ref. Reference(s) • English — Korean • 2001 — Why Can't We Stop Them — 웬만해선 그들을 막을 수 없다 — Yoon Hang-jun • 2009–2010 — High Kick Through the Roof — Brothers Water Purifier Repairman • 2011 — Sign — 싸인 • The Greatest Love — 최고의 사랑 — Director Jang • 2012 — I Need a Fairy • Phantom • 2012–2013 — The King of Dramas — 드라마의 제왕 • 2013 — Who Are You? — 후아유 • My Love from the Star — Director Park • 2014 — Potato Star 2013QR3 — Cameo • Pinocchio — Film director • 2022–2023 — Unlock My Boss — Cameo

• Year — Title — Role — Note(s) — Ref. Reference(s) • 2007 — Access! Movie World! — Host • 2010 — Nightlife Variety Nightlife • 2012 — Korea's Got Talent 2 — Judge • 2019 — Song Eun-i, Kim Sook's Movie Guarantee — Cast • 2020–2021 — The Story of the Day Biting the Tail S1 — Host — Season 1 and 2 • 2021 — Crime Trivia — Cast member • 2022 — The Dictionary of Useless Knowledge — Host • 2023 — Very Private Southeast Asia — Cast Member • Listen, See, It's Okay — Director

• Year — Title — Role — Ref. Reference(s) • 2021 — King of Quotes — Host

• Year — Title — Role — Ref. Reference(s) • 2018-2019 — Jang Hang-jun, Kim Jin-soo's Mister Radio — DJ • 2022 — Bae Chul-soo's Music Camp — Special DJ (August 8)