The film 'The Exorcist' has surpassed 400,000 audience members, creating a box office syndrome.
On the 13th, according to the integrated computer network of movie theater admissions, the film 'The Exorcist' (directed by Kim Dong-cheol, original creator Lee Woo-hyuk, produced by Locus, distributed by SHOWBOX) has surpassed a cumulative 400,000 viewers.
This is a remarkable achievement among Korean animations targeted at adults, and it is drawing attention as it is expected to break the record for number one in Korean animation box office in 2025, thanks to steady word-of-mouth.
Additionally, according to the CGV gender and age booking distribution, it can be confirmed that the proportion of female viewers and the booking rate of the 2030 generation have increased by more than 5% compared to the time of release, capturing not only the original fans but also the viewers who have been introduced to 'The Exorcist' through this work, thereby expanding the fan base.
The image released to commemorate the 400,000 viewers captures the appearance of 'Jun-ho' and 'Jang-ho-bap', which moved the audience. 'Jang-ho-bap', expressing the number '4' with a solemn expression, and 'Jun-ho', drawing a large '0' innocently, along with the cute wooden dolls that captured the hearts of the audience, brings smiles to viewers.
Audiences who watched the movie said, "I feel like forgotten memories are coming back to life. The adaptation capturing the depth of the original story and the OST were so good. I have to go for a third viewing!" (CGV Chan***), "I never thought Korean anime would be this immersive! I will go watch the next episode when it comes out" (CGV ac***), "The visual quality and character representation were all great. I hope Korean animation is made into a series" (CGV as***), "A movie that must reach ten million after 'The Exorcist'! Go Korean occult! Go Korean animation!!" (CGV an***). Reviews promising multiple viewings and cheering on 'The Exorcist', which is leading the revival of Korean animation, are pouring in, drawing attention to its long-term success.
'The Exorcist' is an occult blockbuster animation that captures the beginning of a grand narrative where exorcists with special abilities confront absolute evil. It is currently in theaters as an animation based on the best-selling novel of the same name.
[Photo] Locus, SHOWBOX provided.
[OSEN = Reporter Yeon Hwi-seon]