Lee Jong-suk

Lee Jong-suk Filmography Guide: From 'I Can Hear Your Voice' to Heinrey in 'The Remarried Empress'

Beginning his career as a model, Lee Jong-suk made his acting debut in the 2010 drama Prosecutor Princess and has since won the prestigious Grand Prize (Daesang) at the MBC Drama Awards twice. In November 2026, he starred as Prince Heinrey of the Western Kingdom in Disney+'s The Remarried Empress.

Who Is Prince Heinrey?

Heinrey is the prince of the Western Kingdom and the man whom Empress Navier—played by Shin Min-a—approves as her remarriage partner. Unlike Emperor Sovieshu (Ju Ji-hoon), Heinrey genuinely respects Navier's capabilities, yet he remains a calculating royal bearing the heavy interests of his own nation. The role of Rashta is portrayed by Lee Se-young. To learn why Heinrey cannot simply be read as an affectionate romantic interest, check out the spoiler-free breakdown in The Remarried Empress Character Relationship Guide.

A Natural Fit for High-Concept Fantasy

Lee Jong-suk’s most acclaimed works often feature premises where a single supernatural twist slips into reality—a signature trait that makes his casting in The Remarried Empress feel so natural.

• I Can Hear Your Voice (2013). His breakout role as Park Soo-ha, a young man who possesses the ability to read minds.
• Pinocchio (2014–2015). Starred as Choi Dal-po, a journalist navigating a world where people hiccup whenever they tell a lie.
• W (2016). Played Kang Chul, the protagonist of a hit webtoon. The drama's reality-bending narrative earned him his first MBC Daesang.
• While You Were Sleeping (2017). Portrayed prosecutor Jung Jae-chan alongside characters who foresee the future in their dreams.

Expanding Range Through Workplace Dramas

Stepping into grounded professions, Lee portrayed a genius doctor in Doctor Stranger (2014) and a chief editor at a publishing house in Romance Is a Bonus Book (2019), before taking home his second Daesang as lawyer Park Chang-ho in Big Mouth (2022). In the 2025 tvN series Seochodong, he offered a relatable look into the daily grind of attorneys working in Seoul's legal district, focusing on everyday workplace realities rather than sensational court cases.

Breakthrough Roles and Film Highlights

His first major acting breakthrough arrived with School 2013 (2012), earning him the Best New Actor award at the KBS Drama Awards. On the big screen, his standout performances include Jin-hyeong in The Face Reader (2013) and the chilling Kim Gwang-il in V.I.P. (2017)—a villainous turn that marked a stark, thrilling departure from his romantic TV persona.

What to Watch: Recommended Viewing Order

1. If you love high-concept romance: Start with I Can Hear Your Voice, then dive into W.
2. If you prefer plot-driven suspense: Move from Pinocchio straight to Big Mouth.
3. If you loved The Remarried Empress: Rather than jumping to another palace fantasy, try W. Kang Chul shares the same captivating quality of a hero walking the fine line between reality and fantasy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who does Lee Jong-suk play in The Remarried Empress?
He plays Prince Heinrey of the Western Kingdom.

How many times has he won the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the MBC Drama Awards?
Twice: in 2016 for W and in 2022 for Big Mouth.

What is his official Instagram account?
His verified account is @jongsuk0206.

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Sources

• Top Star News, The Remarried Empress Release Schedule & Cast (2026-11-02): https://www.topstarnews.net/news/articleView.html?idxno=16265747
• Agency Confirmation: https://www.mydaily.co.kr/page/view/2026071013040388311
• Wikipedia Filmography and Awards (Cross-referenced dates and roles): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lee_Jong-suk

Fact-checked: November 6, 2026.