'Toy Story 5' Surpasses 2 Million Viewers in South Korea in 18 Days
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Disney-Pixar's "Toy Story 5" has surpassed 2 million admissions in South Korea just 18 days after its release.
- The animated film achieved the milestone faster than the popular science fiction film "Project Hail Mary."
- "Toy Story 5" ranked first at the box office on its 18th day, drawing 183,910 viewers.
Disney-Pixar's latest animated feature, "Toy Story 5," has achieved a significant box office milestone in South Korea, drawing over 2 million viewers within its first 18 days of release. The film, directed by Andrew Stanton and MacKenna Harris, has proven to be a major draw for audiences.
According to the Integrated Network for Theater Tickets, "Toy Story 5" sold 183,910 tickets on its 18th day in theaters, securing the top spot at the South Korean box office for that day. This strong performance has propelled its cumulative audience to 2,046,095 viewers, marking a rapid ascent to the 2 million admissions mark.
The film's swift success is notable, as it has outpaced the box office performance of "Project Hail Mary" during the same period after release. This indicates a strong audience reception and continued popularity for the "Toy Story" franchise among South Korean moviegoers.
The film's continued success suggests that the beloved characters and storytelling of the "Toy Story" series resonate deeply with audiences, maintaining its appeal across generations.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.