[4][5][6] In particular in 2019, Lee received widespread recognition for his acting skills through his portrayal of various roles in works such as The Crowned Clown, One Spring Night, Designated Survivor: 60 Days and Melting Me Softly.

[7][8][9][10] In 2020, Lee gained popularity with his performance in the melodrama romance series The World of the Married in the role of Kim Yoon-ki.

[11] In the same year, he was cast in Netflix's original seriesThe Silent Sea with Bae Doona and Gong Yoo.

[14] Lee also received critical acclaim for his portrayal of Kang Yeong-cheon, a psychopathic murderer, in The Glory.

[18] Reportedly, Lee will join the cast of Gyeongseong Creature in Season 2 of the series that was expected for release in 2024.