‘The Assassin(s)’ Tops Korea’s Chuseok Holiday Box Office With 1.5 Million Admissions
- The Assassin(s) secured over 1.5 million admissions in Korea during the Chuseok holiday weekend after its release on September 23.
- The film, directed by Hur Jin‑ho, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival before opening in South Korea.
- In its first five days, the movie earned $11.3 million (KRW 15.3 billion) from 1,546,614 admissions.
- The strong domestic performance underscores the film’s appeal amid Korea’s competitive holiday box‑office season.
- The success may boost further international distribution and strengthen South Korean cinema’s global profile.
The Assassin(s) has become the highest‑grossing Korean film of the Chuseok holiday weekend, drawing more than 1.5 million admissions in its first five days of release. The historical thriller, directed by Hur Jin‑ho, opened in South Korea on September 23 after its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival.
According to Deadline, the film has earned $11.3 million (KRW 15.3 billion) from 1,546,614 admissions within the first five days of its domestic run. This rapid accumulation places the movie at the top of the Korean box‑office charts for the holiday period, a notable achievement given the crowded release schedule that typically accompanies Chuseok.
The success of The Assassin(s) underscores the strength of South Korean cinema in a highly competitive market. The film’s blend of historical intrigue and thriller elements has resonated with audiences, while its international exposure at TIFF has helped build anticipation among domestic viewers.
As the holiday season continues, the film is expected to maintain strong box‑office performance and may attract further international distribution deals. Its continued success could influence future Korean releases aimed at both domestic and global audiences.
