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The King of Kings’ Holds Strong at Box Office with $70 Million Global Gross

The South Korean animated retelling of Jesus’ life maintains momentum in its second week, driven by innovative marketing and a star-studded cast.

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A still from The King of Kings.
This photo, provided by Mofac Studios, shows a scene from the movie "The King of Kings," which maintains a strong grip in the North American box office. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
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Overview

  • In its second North American weekend, the film earned $6.68 million, bringing its domestic total to $34.7 million over eight days.
  • The global box office gross has reached $70 million, with $35 million from Britain and Australia combined.
  • The film features a high-profile voice cast, including Oscar Isaac as Jesus, alongside Mark Hamill, Pierce Brosnan, and Forest Whitaker.
  • Produced over a decade by South Korea’s Mofac Studios, the movie combines Dickensian storytelling with high-quality animation.
  • Distributor Angel Studios employed unique strategies like pay-it-forward tickets and free child admission to boost attendance.