
The film 〈Exit 8〉, which set the highest box office record among Japanese live-action films released in 2025, has officially launched its simultaneous VOD service starting today. The horror of the original game, which caused a global 'anomaly' syndrome, can now be vividly experienced at home.
A New Horizon of 'Game Adaptation' Captured by Major Film Festivals Worldwide
Based on the game of the same name that recorded 1.9 million downloads, 〈Exit 8〉 has garnered attention for its groundbreaking approach from the planning stage. It was invited to the Midnight Screening section of the 78th Cannes Film Festival, marking the first time a game adaptation film was featured, and subsequently recognized at prestigious film festivals such as the Busan International Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, and Sitges Film Festival.
This enthusiasm continued domestically, attracting a cumulative audience of 450,000, showcasing the strength of Japanese live-action films. The movie perfectly realizes the core of the original, the 'infinite loop underpass,' and the bizarre 'anomalies' occurring within it, providing audiences with entertainment beyond simple viewing.
“Will you turn back or move forward?”... The Overwhelming Presence of Yamato Koji
In particular, the performance of actor Yamato Koji, who plays the 'Walking Man' in the film, has become a hot topic among domestic fans due to his irreplaceable presence. His popularity led to an encore event in South Korea, forming a passionate fandom and playing a crucial role in maximizing the chilling reality horror that the everyday space of the underpass provides.
Reactivating 'Experiential Horror' Through Various Platforms
The launch of this VOD service is expected to be good news for audiences who missed the theater viewing, as well as for 'Nth viewing' fans who want to meticulously revisit all the hidden anomalies in the film.
〈Exit 8〉 is now available on major IPTV channels such as Genie TV (KT), Btv (SK), U+TV (LG), as well as on major OTT and VOD platforms like Home Choice, Coupang Play, Google Play, Wavve, Skylife, and Watcha.



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