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The Assassin(s) Breaks Even 30 Days After Release, Despite Controversy

The Assassin(s) Breaks Even 30 Days After Release, Despite Controversy

Film about the search for those behind the 1974 shooting of the first lady draws 3.3 million moviegoers Despite controversy over alleged historical distortion and disrespect toward the deceased, the film steadily draws audiences and breaks even Ranks fourth among Korean films released this year and draws international interest, with its second screening at the Singapore International Film Festival selling out
〈The Assassin 〉 has broken even amid controversy. The film 〈The Assassin 〉 had drawn a total of 3. 3 million moviegoers as of Oct. 22, according to the tally. Released on Sept. 23, 〈The Assassin 〉 reached 3. 3 million moviegoers in exactly 30 days and said it had also surpassed its break-even point.
| Seongchan Eol
‘The Assassin(s)’ Unveils Six Previously Unreleased Stills; Ranks Among 2026’s Top Four Korean Films

‘The Assassin(s)’ Unveils Six Previously Unreleased Stills; Ranks Among 2026’s Top Four Korean Films

The previously unreleased stills revisit the characters’ relationships and contributions while once again highlighting the ensemble brought to life by the actors’ nuanced performances.
Even after ranking among the top four Korean films of 2026, 〈The Assassin 〉 continues its successful theatrical run. The film has unveiled six previously unreleased stills showcasing the cast’s on-screen chemistry.
| Joo Seong-cheol
'The Assassin(s)' Tops the Korean Film Box Office for 22 Consecutive Days, Ranks No. 4 Among 2026 Korean Films

'The Assassin(s)' Tops the Korean Film Box Office for 22 Consecutive Days, Ranks No. 4 Among 2026 Korean Films

After ranking among the top four highest-grossing Korean films of 2026, the film is still leading the Korean film box office in its fifth week in theaters, demonstrating its staying power.
〈The Assassin 〉, which follows an investigation into the questions and forces behind the shooting of the first lady that shocked South Korea on August 15, 1974, has ranked among the top four highest-grossing Korean films of 2026.
| Joo Seong-cheol
‘The Assassin(s)’ Rises to No. 4 Among 2026 Korean Films at the Box Office, Buoyed by Praise at Home and Abroad

‘The Assassin(s)’ Rises to No. 4 Among 2026 Korean Films at the Box Office, Buoyed by Praise at Home and Abroad

Film surpasses 3 million admissions and continues its run into its fifth week
The film 〈The Assassin 〉, directed by Hur Jin-ho, has topped the Korean-film box office for 19 consecutive days, rising to fourth place among Korean films released in 2026. Hive Media Corp., which produced and distributed the film, said on the 20th that it had drawn a cumulative 3,241,497...
| Kim Ji-yeon
[Box Office] ‘Chiikawa’ Holds No. 1 for Second Straight Week, Surpassing 1.82 Million

[Box Office] ‘Chiikawa’ Holds No. 1 for Second Straight Week, Surpassing 1.82 Million

Director Heo Jin-ho’s ‘Assassins’ draws 3.24 million moviegoers; Yeon Sang-ho’s new film ‘Lost in Paradise’ opens Oct. 21
‘Chiikawa’ fever keeps it atop the box office for a second straight week ‘Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island’, featuring the popular Japanese character, took a commanding hold of theaters over the weekend.
| James choi
[Parliamentary Audit] Historical Controversy Over 'Assassins' ... Why KOCCA Really Gave It A Grades in 10 Categories

[Parliamentary Audit] Historical Controversy Over 'Assassins' ... Why KOCCA Really Gave It A Grades in 10 Categories

Korea Creative Content Agency President Kim Yoon-ji appears at the Culture, Sports and Tourism Committee's parliamentary audit on Oct. 12, defending a 26-year veteran director's abilities and the freedom of creative expression
Personal attacks that stifle imagination raise fears for K-content Kim Yoon-ji, president of the 'Korea Creative Content Agency', took a firm stand in defense of creative freedom amid the recent controversy over alleged 'historical distortion' in the film 'Assassins'.
| James choi
Film 'Assassin(s)' Tops 3 Million Amid Political Controversy and Canceled Stage Appearances

Film 'Assassin(s)' Tops 3 Million Amid Political Controversy and Canceled Stage Appearances

Film about the hunt for those behind a 1974 assassination attempt targeting the first lady draws 3 million viewers in 20 days All stage appearances canceled after cast members face vulgar attacks amid conservative accusations of historical distortion Fierce backlash follows as production company denies directly naming the mastermind and the film industry issues a statement protecting creators
〈Assassin 〉 has surpassed 3 million viewers amid controversy. The film 〈Assassin 〉 announced that it surpassed 3 million viewers on the morning of Oct. 13. According to the Korean Film Council's integrated computer network for theater admissions, 〈Assassin 〉 had drawn 2.
| Seongchan Eol
[Box Office] 'Chiikawa the Movie' syndrome takes holiday No. 1 by just 215 viewers; 'Assassins' hits 3 million

[Box Office] 'Chiikawa the Movie' syndrome takes holiday No. 1 by just 215 viewers; 'Assassins' hits 3 million

'Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island' proves its staying power by surpassing 1.28 million viewers, while No. 2 'Assassins' reaches the 3 million mark
The power of a singular universe drives the 'Chiikawa' syndrome The animated film 'Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island' edged out director Heo Jin-ho's blockbuster 'Assassins' by an exceptionally narrow margin over the Hangul Day holiday weekend to take the top spot at the box office.
| James choi
'100 Days of Lies' Opens at 5.3% as Assassination Thriller Shakes 1932 Gyeongseong

'100 Days of Lies' Opens at 5.3% as Assassination Thriller Shakes 1932 Gyeongseong

tvN's 20th anniversary special premieres with a three-language battle of wits between pickpocket Lee Ga-kyung and Sato Hideo, the adopted son of the director-general of political affairs
Period drama opens new horizons with immersive characters and dynamic direction Set in Gyeongseong in 1932, during Japan's colonial rule, the period drama '100 Days of Lies' got off to a strong start, drawing viewers' attention.
| James choi
Filmmakers including director Jung Ji-young hold emergency news conference in Busan's Haeundae:

Filmmakers including director Jung Ji-young hold emergency news conference in Busan's Haeundae: "Don't turn films into political battlegrounds"

Filmmakers issue joint statement at the 31st Busan International Film Festival on Oct. 8, condemning outside pressure, including a Singapore letter sent Oct. 6, and threats to their personal safety
Leading South Korean filmmakers, including directors Jung Ji-young and Lee Myung-se, have taken a firm stand over the controversy surrounding 'Assassins', a film at the center of allegations of historical distortion.
| James choi