The Assassins box office momentum continues as the hit film nears 3.5 million viewers, maintaining a steady long-term run and drawing crowds even in its fourth week of release.
The movie ‘Assassins’ (directed by Hur Jin-ho, produced and distributed by Hive Media Corp) has retained its position as the No. 1 Korean film at the box office for 18 consecutive days, continuing its strong theatrical run into its fourth week.
According to the Korean Film Council’s integrated ticket computer network, ‘Assassins’ recorded a cumulative audience of 3,139,218 as of 7:00 AM on Saturday, October 17, claiming the top spot at the box office for the 18th straight day. Despite the release of new October titles, the film has firmly guarded its peak position while maintaining high audience ratings, proving that theater-going enthusiasm remains unabated in its fourth week.
Additionally, the film is receiving high marks across major cinema platforms, recording a CGV Golden Egg Index of 92%, a Lotte Cinema audience rating of 9.2, and a Naver real-viewer rating of 8.9. Following an upward reversal in real-viewer ratings post-release, the film continues to sustain high satisfaction, fueling its long-term box office success. To repay the enthusiastic support of audiences, ticket giveaway events and other gratitude promotions are being held to add vitality to the viewing fever.
Rave reviews from audience members who watched the film in theaters have also continued nonstop.
Audiences shared reactions such as, “It was built with great tension so it wasn’t boring at all, and the acting of all the cast members—from leads and supporting roles to extras and special appearances—was incredible. I’ve rarely seen a movie where everyone acts this well” (CGV, c********), “I watched it so fun and time just flew by” (CGV, 앵***), “I really enjoyed it, highly recommended” (CGV, 나***), “It kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time” (CGV, 고***), “Truly, I watched it holding my breath” (CGV, 제****), “It is a genuinely good movie, I’ve watched it three times, simply the best” (Lotte Cinema, 윤**), “I watched it so enjoyably, great immersion, and the actors’ acting skills are top-notch” (Lotte Cinema, 권**), and “The actors’ stellar acting! Maximum immersion!” (Lotte Cinema, 최**).
Furthermore, reviews praising the actors’ performances and high immersion, alongside family companion viewings and repeat viewing testimonials, continued with comments like, “It’s certainly refreshing to see three veteran actors harmonize in one film” (Lotte Cinema, 조**), “It was so, so good. The immersion was amazing. Direction, story, and acting do not lag anywhere, time vanishes” (Megabox, k*********), “The acting is great and I enjoyed watching it” (Megabox, s*********), “I watched it enjoyably with my mom” (Megabox, z*******), and “A movie you must watch” (Megabox, e*******). These voices actively recommending the work raise expectations for the endless box office trajectory of ‘Assassins’.
Stridently drawing audiences well into its fourth week, ‘Assassins’ stars Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-jin, and Lee Min-ho, alongside a massive lineup of special appearances including Jung Woo-sung, Park Jung-min, Uhm Tae-woong, Park Sung-hoon, Shim Eun-kyung, Park Ji-hwan, Park Hae-joon, Shin Hyun-been, Oh Jung-se, Im Won-hee, Ryu Kyung-soo, Park Hoon, and Uhm Ji-won.
Meanwhile, lead actor Yoo Hae-jin, who had been receiving police personal protection due to controversies surrounding ‘Assassins’, recently requested the lifting of his protection detail.
Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Chief Go Beom-seok revealed during a parliamentary audit by the National Assembly’s Public Administration and Security Committee on the 15th, responding to an inquiry from People Power Party lawmaker Kang Myung-gu, that “(Yoo Hae-jin) requested the lifting yesterday and the day before, so we have lifted (the measure).”
Previously, following the film’s release, Yoo Hae-jin faced malicious comments and threats alongside the production team as debates over historical interpretation intensified. On the 4th, a rally by conservative groups was held in front of Yoo Hae-jin’s residence, sparking additional controversy.
