If you’ve been in the K-drama world for even just a minute, chances are you’ve already had a full-blown crush on Lee Jong Suk. Let’s be real—how could you not? From his deep gaze to his soul-stirring delivery, this South Korean heartthrob knows exactly how to keep us glued to our screens. And now, he’s back in action with a brand-new series, Law and the City, playing a sharp, mysterious lawyer. Fans? Screaming. Internet? Basically broken.
But hey, while we wait for new episodes to drop, how about revisiting some of his most unforgettable dramas? Whether you’re a long-time fan or just discovered him (welcome to the club!), these dramas will either remind you why you fell for him in the first place—or pull you in so deep, there’s no going back.
Get ready to binge. And maybe fall in love all over again.
I Can Hear Your Voice Will Tug at Your Heartstrings in Ways You Didn’t Expect
Platform: Netflix
Released: 2013
Let’s start with a classic, shall we?
I Can Hear Your Voice isn’t just another courtroom drama—it’s a genre-blending gem packed with legal intrigue, emotional backstories, and just a pinch of fantasy. Lee Jong Suk plays Park Soo Ha, a high school student who can literally hear other people’s thoughts. (Yes, you read that right.) This odd superpower started after witnessing his father’s brutal murder when he was only nine years old.
Fast forward a decade, and Soo Ha crosses paths again with Jang Hye Sung (played by the ever-brilliant Lee Bo Young), the once-fearless teen who testified in court and helped put his father’s killer behind bars. She’s now a jaded public defender, more focused on winning cases than doing the right thing. But Soo Ha hasn’t forgotten her—at all.
This drama takes the idea of “protecting someone you love” to an entirely new level. Soo Ha uses his mind-reading ability to aid Hye Sung in court, and honestly? Watching him try to protect her at all costs is swoon-worthy. Plus, there’s just the right amount of romantic tension to keep you emotionally invested.
💭 Real Talk: If you love stories where justice, fate, and destiny intertwine, this one’s for you. It’s suspenseful without being heavy, romantic without being cheesy, and a perfect weekend binge if you want to laugh, cry, and maybe yell at your screen a little.
Pinocchio Makes You Question Everything You See on the News
Platform: Netflix
Released: 2014
Next up: the drama that proved Lee Jong Suk wasn’t just a pretty face—he was a force.
In Pinocchio, he plays Ki Ha Myeong, a boy who was once presumed dead after a devastating fire destroyed his family. But surprise—he survives, gets adopted, and grows up under a new identity: Choi Dal Po. Complicated already? Oh, we’re just getting started.
Dal Po grows up with Choi In Ha, a girl suffering from the fictional “Pinocchio syndrome”—meaning she hiccups whenever she tells a lie. It’s cute at first, but it quickly becomes a major obstacle in her dream to become a reporter, just like her mom.
Here’s the kicker: In Ha’s mom was one of the reporters responsible for the sensationalist coverage that ruined Dal Po’s family name. Talk about awkward family dinners.
But years later, as Dal Po enters the world of journalism (out of revenge at first), he and In Ha find themselves facing the ethics of news reporting, the emotional weight of truth, and—yep—the complexities of falling for someone tied to your trauma.
💬 Side Note: Watching Lee Jong Suk transform from a silent, shaggy-haired teen into a determined reporter is chef’s kiss. His chemistry with Park Shin Hye is the kind that lingers. You’ll cry. You’ll scream. You’ll probably question the media.
Also, those hiccups? You won’t forget them.
W Two Worlds Apart Is the Wild, Mind-Bending Ride You Didn’t Know You Needed
Platform: Netflix
Released: 2016
If you’re in the mood for something that messes with your brain (in a good way), W: Two Worlds Apart will absolutely deliver. This one’s a twisty, genre-defying masterpiece.
Lee Jong Suk stars as Kang Cheol, a millionaire with a dark past who also happens to be… not real. He’s the lead character of a wildly popular webtoon. Enter Oh Yeon Joo (played by Han Hyo Joo), a real-life cardiothoracic surgeon whose father is the creator of said webtoon.
Things go totally bonkers when Yeon Joo literally gets pulled into the webtoon world through her dad’s computer screen. One second she’s in a hospital, the next she’s staring down Kang Cheol, who’s bleeding out in front of her.
From there, reality and fiction start to blur. Characters rebel against their narratives. The writer loses control. The love story gets tangled in questions about fate and free will. And we, the audience? We’re just trying to catch our breath.
😵💫 Heads Up: You might have to pause between episodes to process what just happened. But that’s part of the charm. And Lee Jong Suk’s performance as a man trying to understand who—or what—he is? Simply unforgettable.
Big Mouth Gave Us a Gritty, Grown-Up Version of Lee Jong Suk
Platform: Disney+
Released: 2022
Let’s talk about Big Mouth. This is where Lee Jong Suk dropped the boyish charm and walked straight into noir territory. And honestly? He owned it.
He plays Park Chang Ho, a struggling lawyer who’s known more for his mouth than his courtroom skills—hence the nickname “Big Mouth.” He’s trying to provide for his wife, Go Mi Ho (played by Im Yoon Ah), and make something of himself, but life keeps knocking him down.
Then, BAM. He gets framed for being a notorious con artist called “Big Mouse” and thrown into prison. But here’s the twist: to survive, he starts acting like the real Big Mouse. Suddenly, he’s not just trying to stay alive—he’s manipulating gangsters, unraveling conspiracies, and flipping the entire prison hierarchy on its head.
Go Mi Ho, meanwhile, isn’t your average K-drama wife. She’s a nurse, yes—but she’s also fiercely intelligent and relentless in proving her husband’s innocence. Watching the two of them fight from different ends—inside and outside the prison—is intense, emotional, and deeply satisfying.
🔥 Pro Tip: This drama is darker than Lee Jong Suk’s usual roles. But that’s exactly why it works. It shows off his range and maturity, and his chemistry with YoonA? Electric. Honestly, this might just be his best performance yet.
Still Can’t Get Enough of Lee Jong Suk?
Same.
From mysterious millionaires to misunderstood lawyers, Lee Jong Suk has this incredible ability to completely melt into every role he takes. He’s not just acting—he’s making us feel everything his characters go through. And that’s why we keep coming back for more.
Whether you’re watching him read minds in I Can Hear Your Voice, challenge the media in Pinocchio, break dimensions in W, or get gritty in Big Mouth, one thing’s for sure: You’ll never look at K-dramas the same way again.
So go ahead. Hit play. Let Lee Jong Suk pull you into his world. Just don’t blame us if you end up watching all four in one weekend.
Actually… do blame us. We’d do it again in a heartbeat.
Where to Watch These Lee Jong Suk K-Dramas
If you’re wondering where to start your binge-fest, here’s the quick guide:
- I Can Hear Your Voice 2013 Netflix
- Pinocchio 2014 Netflix
- W Two Worlds Apart 2016 Netflix
- Big Mouth 2022 Disney+
Availability may vary by region, so double-check your local listings or grab a VPN if needed.
Final Words from One Fangirl to Another
Honestly, writing about Lee Jong Suk is like talking about an ex I never got over. He just keeps showing up, looking better, acting better, and leaving me rewatching his dramas at 2 a.m. with snacks and zero regrets.
But seriously—if you’re new to his work or just need a solid weekend lineup, the four dramas above are peak Lee Jong Suk. Each one shows a different side of him, and together, they pretty much sum up why he’s one of Korea’s top leading men.
Now excuse me while I rewatch W… again.
Let me know if you’d like a second article featuring his upcoming drama Law and the City with a deep dive into his character, behind-the-scenes trivia, and fan reactions!