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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
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
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
The 37th Singapore International Film Festival Confirms ‘The Assassins’ as Opening Film

The 37th Singapore International Film Festival Confirms ‘The Assassins’ as Opening Film

SGIFF, citing respect for the filmmakers’ creative vision, confirms festival screening for Nov. 21
SGIFF stands by creative vision amid controversy over historical distortion The Singapore International Film Festival will screen “The Assassins”, directed by Hur Jin-ho, as the opening film of its 37th edition as scheduled.
| James choi
[On the Ground at BIFF] “Art Is Art”: Zhang Yimou Breaks Silence on Historical Controversy Over “Assassins”; Top Asian Film to Be Named on 15th

[On the Ground at BIFF] “Art Is Art”: Zhang Yimou Breaks Silence on Historical Controversy Over “Assassins”; Top Asian Film to Be Named on 15th

Director Jung Juri shares concerns that creators could be intimidated; the 31st Busan International Film Festival jury will select South Korea’s Academy submission from 13 competition entries
Director “Zhang Yimou”, the Chinese cinema master serving as jury president for this year’s 31st Busan International Film Festival competition, has firmly stated his position on the controversy over historical distortion surrounding “Assassins”, a film that has recently stirred South Korea’s movie...
| James choi
Daejeon Mayor Heo Tae-jeong blasts ideological litmus test for film ‘Assassin(s)’: “Questionable motives ... We’ll keep providing filming spaces to creators”

Daejeon Mayor Heo Tae-jeong blasts ideological litmus test for film ‘Assassin(s)’: “Questionable motives ... We’ll keep providing filming spaces to creators”

100 Days in Office Briefing
Daejeon Mayor Heo Tae-jeong has taken a firm stance on the recent political controversy over renting filming locations for the movie 'Assassin '. He strongly criticized a flood of document-submission demands from National Assembly lawmakers affiliated with the People Power Party, calling them an...
| James choi
Joo Sung-chul's Locker: What's Wrong With Talking About 'Assassins' and the Missing Bullet?

Joo Sung-chul's Locker: What's Wrong With Talking About 'Assassins' and the Missing Bullet?

I fixate on objects in movies. I find myself wondering why the director, cinematographer, production designer or actor placed that particular object in front of the camera. 'Joo Sung-chul's Locker' records the objects in movies that quietly catch my eye.
〈Assassins〉 has canceled all events tied to the Busan International Film Festival, which opens today, Oct. 6. The cancellations began with actor Lee Min-ho's absence from Actors' House, a program that brings actors together with audiences, and were followed by the cancellation of one stage greeting...
| Joo Seong-cheol