'How to Train Your Dragon' has maintained its throne at the weekend box office.
According to the integrated computer network of the Korean Film Council, during the past weekend (from the 20th to the 22nd), 'How to Train Your Dragon' (directed by Dean DeBlois) attracted 213,525 viewers, securing the top spot. The cumulative audience count is 1,284,154.
Released on the 6th, 'How to Train Your Dragon' is a live-action adaptation of the 2010 animated film of the same name, telling the story of a boy named Hiccup (played by Mason Thames) who is not recognized due to his Viking-like appearance and personality, and the legendary dragon Toothless, shrouded in mystery, as they change the world together. It has gained popularity by ranking first at the weekend box office for three consecutive weeks since its release.
In second place is 'Elio' (directed by Madeline Sharafian, Domie Shi, Adrian Molina). During the same period, it gathered 212,030 viewers, with a cumulative audience count of 258,067.
Released on the 18th, 'Elio' is an emotional adventure film about a lonely boy named Elio, who feels like he is the only one on Earth, suddenly being summoned to space and meeting a special friend. With its unique imagination, relatable story, and timely message, it offers warmth and inspiration that is hotter than the summer heat in a time when people crave connection.
In third place is the film '28 Years Later' (directed by Danny Boyle). It attracted 176,947 viewers, with a cumulative audience count of 233,968.
'28 Years Later' depicts the extreme fear experienced by a boy named Spike, born on 'Holy Island,' where some survivors live in complete isolation after a virus took over the world 28 years ago. After leaving the island for the first time, he encounters evolved infected individuals on the mainland, which has been consumed by the virus. It is a sequel to '28 Days Later,' released in 2002.
Fourth place is taken by 'High Five' (directed by Kang Hyung-cheol). It attracted 139,464 viewers, with a cumulative audience count of 1,731,007.
Released on the 30th of last month, 'High Five' is a comic action film that tells the story of five individuals who accidentally gain different superpowers through organ transplants and their encounters with those who seek to exploit their abilities. Actors Lee Jae-in, Ahn Jae-hong, Ra Mi-ran, Kim Hee-won, Oh Jung-se, and Park Jin-young collaborated on this project.
As of 9 AM today, the real-time reservation rate is led by 'F1 The Movie' starring Brad Pitt (38.7%). Following it are 'How to Train Your Dragon,' 'Elio,' and '28 Years Later.'
