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List Of Highest-grossing Films In South Korea
The following are lists of the highest-grossing domestic films in South Korea, by receipts and the number of tickets nationwide. Domestic films by admissions This is listed by the tickets sold nationwide, as of May 4, 2025, according to the Korean Film Council, Korean Film Council (KOFIC). However, information on KOFIC was accrued since 2004, making some films that released before 2004 either not included or not accurate regarding number of admissions. Number of admissions for films that released before 2004 was collected from trusted articles or news. Foreign films by admissions Foreign films are listed by the tickets sold nationwide, as of December 9, 2022. Animated films by admissions Korean domestic animated films Domestic films by gross This is a list of box office gross of domestic films in South Korea (adjusted for inflation) from 2004 to July 7, 2022, in South Korean won and United States dollar, US dollar according to the Korean Film Council. Highest g ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Korean Film Council
The Korean Film Council (KOFIC; ) is a state-supported, self-administered organization under the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (South Korea), Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) of the Republic of Korea. History KOFIC was launched in 1973 as the Korean Motion Picture Promotion Corporation (KMPPC). It changed its name to Korean Film Commission in 1999, to be set up as a self-regulating body that could institute film policy without requiring the ratification of the Ministry of Culture. It changed its name once more to Korean Film Council in 2004 to avoid confusion with local film commissions that provide support for location shooting. Roles KOFIC is composed of nine commissioners, including one full-time chairman and 8 committee members appointed by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (South Korea), Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism in order to discuss and decide on the main policies related to Korean films. It aims to promote and support Korean ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ha Jung-woo
Kim Sung-hoon (; born March 11, 1978), better known as Ha Jung-woo (), is a South Korean actor and filmmaker. One of the highest grossing actors in South Korea, Ha's starring films have accumulated more than 100 million tickets. Only 3 other actors have reached this milestone, with Ha being nearly a decade younger than the rest when achieving this. His breakthrough to stardom came with the role in Na Hong-jin's serial killer film '' The Chaser'' (2008). One of the leading actors of his generation in Korean cinema, Ha showcased his versatility across films of various genres: sports film '' Take Off'' (2009), action thrillers '' The Yellow Sea'' (2010) and ''The Terror Live'' (2013), gangster saga '' Nameless Gangster: Rules of the Time'' (2012), spy actioner ''The Berlin File'' (2013), period action film '' Kundo: Age of the Rampant'' (2014), and disaster thriller ''Tunnel'' (2016). Ha is also known for his role as grim reaper Gang-rim in the fantasy action film '' Along with th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yoo Ah-in
Uhm Hong-sik (; born October 6, 1986), known professionally as Yoo Ah-in (), is a South Korean actor, creative director, and gallerist. He is known for playing a diverse spectrum of roles in both television and film, where he often portrays dynamic characters who exhibit significant personal growth. He is the recipient of various accolades including Asian Film Awards, Fantasia International Film Festival's Cheval Noir award, two Blue Dragon Film Awards and two Baeksang Arts Awards. He is best known for his leading roles in '' Punch'' (2011), '' Secret Affair'' (2014), ''Veteran'' (2015), '' The Throne'' (2015), ''Six Flying Dragons'' (2015–2016), ''Burning'' (2018), '' #Alive'' (2020), '' Voice of Silence'' (2020), and '' Hellbound'' (2021). For his role as Lee Jong-su in ''Burning'', Yoo received international critical acclaim, including being selected for ''The New York Times''' "The Best Actors of 2018" feature, making him the only Asian to be on the list and the first Ko ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ryoo Seung-wan
Ryoo Seung-wan (; born December 15, 1973) is a South Korean filmmaker. He made his debut in 1996 with the short film ''Dangerous Head'', then worked as a director under director Park Chan-wook, took film lessons, and made his feature film debut with '' Die Bad'' (2000). He received the Blue Dragon Film Awards for Best New Director, drawing attention from the film industry. Ryoo Seung-wan is called Korea's "action kid" for his unique action and rough life style. He has directed films such as '' Crying Fist'' (2005), '' The Unjust'' (2010), ''The Berlin File'' (2013), ''Veteran'' (2015), '' Escape from Mogadishu'' (2021), and ''Smugglers'' (2023). Early life Ryoo Seung-wan was born in 1973 in Onyang, a small town in South Chungcheong Province. With the choice of domestic films mostly limited to propaganda and hostess films due to extreme government censorship, young Ryoo often opted for the more kinetic and free-spirited action films from the Shaw Brothers canon. Watching Jack ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Veteran (2015 Film)
''Veteran'' () is a 2015 South Korean action comedy film written and directed by Ryoo Seung-wan. It drew 13.4 million admissions, making it the 5th all-time highest-grossing film in South Korean cinema history. ''Veteran'' also won the Casa Asia Award at the Sitges Film Festival. A sequel titled '' I, the Executioner'' premiered in 2024. Plot Seo Do-cheol is a merciless police detective, who investigates the suicide of a truck driver named Bae, where he learns from Bae's son that Jo Tae-oh, the sadistic third-generation heir to powerful conglomerate ''Sinjin Group'' has assaulted Bae as the latter protested against the conglomerate for back payment. Do-cheol personally begins the investigation, which enrages Tae-oh. Later, Tae-oh uses his influence to make Do-cheol handle another case. He also tries to bribe Do-cheol's wife with the help of his conglomerate's SVP Choi Dae-woong, but she refuses, where Do-cheol threatens Tae-oh after learning this. Do-cheol takes the help of a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oh Dal-su
Oh Dal-su (; born 15 June 1968) is a South Korean character actor who has appeared on television, film, and stage. His acting career spans over 35 years. Oh is best known for his supporting roles in director Park Chan-wook's films, having appeared in five of Park's films: '' Oldboy'' (2003), '' If You Were Me'' (2003), '' Lady Vengeance'' (2005), ''I'm a Cyborg, But That's OK'' (2006), and '' Thirst'' (2009). In 2015, Oh received praise for his role in '' Ode to My Father'' (2014), for which he won a Grand Bell Award and a Blue Dragon Film Award. Career Oh began his acting career in theater in Busan, and since 2001 has been the head of theater company ''Singiru Manhwagyeong'' ("Mirage and Kaleidoscope"). His rich experience on the stage, in local productions such as ''Ogu'', later made Oh an in-demand character actor on the big screen. Oh has starred in numerous successful films, in roles such as the owner of the organized crime-funded private jail in '' Oldboy'' (2003), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yunjin Kim
Yunjin Kim (; born November 7, 1973) is a South Korean and American actress. She is best known for her role as North Korean spy Bang-Hee in the South Korean film '' Shiri'' (1999) and Sun-Hwa Kwon on the American television series '' Lost'' (2004–2010). Her other notable works include '' Seven Days'' (2007), ''Harmony'' (2010), '' The Neighbors'' (2012), and '' Ode to My Father'' (2014). Early life Kim was born in Pyeongchang-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea. She emigrated to the United States with her family in 1983–1984. They lived in Staten Island, New York. She joined the middle school drama club in the 7th grade and performed in the musical ''My Fair Lady''. Kim attended high school at the prestigious Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, in Manhattan graduating in 1989. From there, she went on to study drama at the London Academy of Performing Arts (LAMDA), and later earned her BFA degree in drama at Boston University. She ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hwang Jung-min
Hwang Jung-min (; born September 1, 1970) is a South Korean actor. He established himself as a leading man in the romantic drama ''You Are My Sunshine'' (2005). One of the highest-grossing actors in South Korea, Hwang has starred in several box office hits such as '' The Unjust'' (2010), '' Dancing Queen'' (2012), ''New World'' (2013), '' Ode to My Father'' (2014), ''Veteran'' (2015), '' The Himalayas'' (2015), '' A Violent Prosecutor'' (2016), '' The Wailing'' (2016), '' The Spy Gone North'' (2018), '' Deliver Us from Evil'' (2020), '' 12.12: The Day'' (2023). His role in the latter earned him Best Actor at the 60th Baeksang Arts Awards. Hwang is the second actor in South Korea to be part of the "100 Million Viewer Club" in Chungmuro. Career 1995–2004: Beginnings and transition to films Hwang Jung-min began his career in musical theatre, making his acting debut in '' Line 1'' in 1995. He then starred in various musicals and plays in Daehangno such as ''Jesus Christ Supe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yoon Je-kyoon
Yoon Je-kyoon (; born May 14, 1969) is a South Korean film director, screenwriter, and producer. His directorial debut '' My Boss, My Hero'' (2001) is about a gangster who is sent back to school, while '' Sex Is Zero'' (2002) has been compared with '' American Pie'' (1999). He became known through his disaster film '' Tidal Wave'' (2009), which has been billed as South Korea's first disaster film,Principal Photography Begins on Korean Tsunami Movie HAEUNDAE . ''SciFi Japan'', 24 August 2008. Retrieved on 26 May 2009. had a $16 million budget, [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ode To My Father
''Ode to My Father'' () is a 2014 South Korean drama film directed by Yoon Je-kyoon. Starring Hwang Jung-min, Yunjin Kim, and Oh Dal-su, it depicts South Korean history from the 1950s to the present day through the life of an ordinary man, as he experiences events such as the Hungnam evacuation of 1950 during the Korean War, the government's decision to dispatch nurses and miners to West Germany in the 1960s, and the Vietnam War. It is currently the seventh highest-grossing film in the history of South Korean cinema, with 14.2 million tickets sold. Plot During the Hungnam evacuation of 1950 in the Korean War, when thousands of refugees in North Korea were transported south by U.S. naval boats, the child Deok-soo loses his sister Mak-soon. His father stays behind to search for her, telling his son to take the boy's mother and two younger siblings to the port city of Busan, where Deok-soo's aunt runs an imported goods store and contracts with USFK at Busan Base. Before l ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
