Spider-Man 4 Smashes 7 Million Viewers in Record Time; Oppenheimer Also Surpasses 4 Million
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" (Spider-Man 4) became the fastest-releasing film of the year to surpass 7 million viewers in South Korea.
- The film has now been seen by over 7.12 million people since its release on April 29, and is approaching the series' record of 8.02 million viewers set by "Spider-Man: Far From Home."
- Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" also surpassed 4 million viewers in South Korea, earning a high audience score of 98% on CGV.
The latest Spider-Man film, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," has achieved a significant box office milestone in South Korea, becoming the fastest film released this year to break the 7 million viewer mark. As of May 16, the movie had drawn 7,127,017 attendees, reaching this figure just 19 days after its April 29 premiere.
This success positions "Spider-Man 4" to potentially break the existing record for the most-watched Spider-Man film in South Korea, currently held by "Spider-Man: Far From Home" with 8.02 million viewers in 2019. The film's performance highlights the enduring popularity of the superhero franchise among South Korean audiences.
In parallel, Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer," released on May 5, has also garnered substantial attention, surpassing 4 million viewers. The film's critical acclaim is reflected in its impressive 98% audience score on CGV, a testament to its strong reception. Notably, "Oppenheimer" was filmed entirely with IMAX film cameras, a first for any film, enhancing the viewing experience.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.