The Odyssey Surpasses Exhuma, 12 Million Viewers in South Korean Cinemas!
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TAME OTONITY - Don’t miss it! *The Odyssey* is reported to have surpassed the highest-grossing film in South Korea. Keep reading this article so you don’t miss out on the latest updates!
The Odyssey (or Odisseia) is an ancient Greek epic poem in 24 books traditionally attributed to the poet Homer. This film reportedly topped the box office in South Korea, beating out Exhuma.
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"The Odyssey" Tops the Box Office in South Korea
Having surpassed 12 million viewers, the film “The Odyssey” continues to demonstrate its staying power at the box office in Korea and has successfully surpassed the viewership of “Exhuma.”
According to the Korean Film Council (KOFIC), the film directed by Christopher Nolan drew 46,945 viewers on October 5, 2026, bringing its cumulative total to 12,045,151.
This achievement has propelled “The Odyssey” to 21st place on South Korea’s all-time box office chart by number of viewers, surpassing a number of hit films such as “Taegukgi” (11.74 million viewers) and “Exhuma” (11.91 million viewers).
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Still Maintaining Long-Term Performance
“The Odyssey” is the second film directed by Christopher Nolan to reach 10 million viewers in Korea.
After its release on August 5, 2026, the film surpassed 10 million cumulative viewers in 33 days.
Although it has been more than two months since its release, “The Odyssey” continues to draw audiences and maintain its long-term performance at the box office in Korea.
As reported by Kpop Chart, citing Dispatch, as of October 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. KST, the film had a ticket reservation rate of 14.9 percent and was ranked second.
Meanwhile, “The Odyssey” tells the story of Odysseus (Matt Damon), a hero who won the Trojan War, as he endures various trials on his journey back to his kingdom.
That’s all you need to know about *The Odyssey*. Enjoy the show, and stay tuned for updates on *The Odyssey* and your favorite movies!
