Jo Jung-suk has solidified his status as a summer box office powerhouse with the film My Daughter Is a Zombie, which has maintained the number one spot for 10 consecutive days, continuing its hot streak.
According to the Korean Film Council’s integrated ticketing data on August 9, My Daughter Is a Zombie attracted 161,305 viewers on August 8 alone, topping the box office yet again. Since its release on July 30, the film has held the top position for ten straight days, accumulating a total audience of 2,672,223. With the weekend audience surge, surpassing 3 million viewers could be within reach as early as this weekend.
The movie tells a comedic drama about a father who undergoes secret training to protect his daughter, the last remaining zombie in the world. Directed by Pil Gam-sung, known for his intense directing in Hostage, the film boasts a stellar ensemble cast including Jo Jung-suk, Lee Jung-eun, Yoon Kyung-ho, and Cho Yeo-jeong.
My Daughter Is a Zombie emerged as this year’s fastest film to reach 1 million viewers within its first four days and quickly surpassed 2 million. The compelling mix of comedy and heartfelt storytelling, Jo Jung-suk’s signature natural humor and acting, combined with universal themes of family love, have resonated with audiences across generations.
On the same day, the second place at the box office in Korea went to Brad Pitt’s F1: The Movie, which drew 65,812 viewers, reaching a cumulative total of 3,394,120. The third place was held by Ballerina, adding 27,269 viewers for a total of 105,080.
As the peak summer season heats up, all eyes are on the sustained success of My Daughter Is a Zombie and whether Jo Jung-suk can further cement his title as the “Summer Box Office King.”
Adding to the excitement, a new film starring Lim Yoon-a and directed by Lee Sang-geun, who previously collaborated with Jo Jung-suk on the blockbuster summer hit Exit (which drew 9.42 million viewers), is set to premiere next week. The release of Pretty Crazy alongside My Daughter Is a Zombie is expected to keep the summer cinema momentum alive.
These developments highlight a vibrant summer for Korean cinema, marked by strong family themes and appealing performances that captivate a wide audience.
Sources: Netizenbuzz
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