Gong Yoo's Drama Career: From 'Coffee Prince' to 'Goblin' and Upcoming Projects

Actor Gong Yoo's drama appearances are drawing renewed attention. His iconic works, 'Coffee Prince' and 'Goblin,' achieved high viewership ratings and widespread popularity. He is also set to star in the highly anticipated 2026 Netflix series 'Slowly, Intensely,' written by Noh Hee-kyung and co-starring Song Hye-kyo.

Among Gong Yoo's dramas, 'Coffee Prince' recorded the highest viewership at 27.8%, while 'Goblin' made history as the first cable drama to surpass 20% viewership, reaching 20.5%. Other notable works include 'Hello My Teacher' (15.9%), his debut 'School 4' (11.0%), and 'Screen' (9.8%). Conversely, the 2012 drama 'Big,' despite being penned by the Hong Sisters, garnered disappointing single-digit ratings.

Bloggers express significant interest in Gong Yoo's diverse acting transformations and project choices. There is particular anticipation for his new portrayal in 'Slowly, Intensely,' where he will depict a character entering the entertainment industry in the 1960s alongside Song Hye-kyo, and for the intricate storytelling expected from writer Noh Hee-kyung.