[Box Office] 'Gongjo 2' Smiles During Chuseok Holiday, Breaks Even Point

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Isul] The movie 'Confidential Assignment 2: International' topped the box office during the Chuseok holiday.

According to the Korea Film Council's integrated ticketing system on the 13th, over the four days of the recent Chuseok holiday (September 9-12), 'Confidential Assignment 2: International' (directed by Lee Seok-hoon) attracted 2,832,051 viewers, securing the number one spot at the box office. Since its release on the 7th, the film has accumulated a total audience of 3,344,577. It surpassed the break-even point within six days, bringing smiles all around.

The film is a sequel to 'Confidential Assignment' (2017), which was seen by 7.81 million viewers. It tells the story of North Korean detective Rim Cheol-ryeong (Hyun Bin) and South Korean detective Kang Jin-tae (Yoo Hae-jin), who reunite to catch a global crime organization, joined by a new face, overseas FBI agent Jack (Daniel Henney). The three form a triangular alliance, each with their own motives. Actors Hyun Bin, Yoo Hae-jin, and Daniel Henney star in the film.

The comedy 'Yuksa-o' (directed by Park Gyu-tae), starring Go Kyung-pyo and Lee Yi-kyung, attracted 404,311 viewers and ranked second. Since its release on the 24th of last month, the film has been seen by 1,667,794 people.

Director Lee Jung-jae's 'Hunt' drew 109,346 viewers, placing third. Released on the 10th of last month, it has accumulated a total audience of 4,287,331.

The animated film 'Theatrical Version Mom Katuri: The Katuri Family Goes to the City' attracted 87,565 viewers, ranking fourth.

The total number of moviegoers during the Chuseok holiday reached 3,731,551.

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