Korean animated feature King of Kings is making waves on the global stage, earning high praise and massive box office returns.
🎬 Impressive Global Earnings
According to Box Office Mojo, King of Kings has raked in $48.79 million USD globally (approx. ₩66.8 billion KRW) as of April 21. In the U.S. alone, it brought in $45.63 million USD (₩62.5 billion KRW) within two weeks of release.
🇰🇷 A Made-in-Korea Biblical Epic
Directed by Jang Sung-ho and co-produced by Mofac Studio, the film reinterprets the life of Jesus, inspired by Charles Dickens' The Life of Our Lord. It opened in North America on April 11.
🌎 Box Office by Region
- South America: Brazil – $600K in 5 days, Mexico – $360K in 2 weeks
- Europe: UK – $570K, Portugal – $280K, Croatia – $120K
- Asia: Over $90K in Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore combined (despite later releases)
📈 Record-Breaking Start
Its opening score in the U.S. ($19.05M) surpassed that of DreamWorks' The Prince of Egypt (1998), which opened with $14.5M.
🍅 Critics Praise the Film
- Aaron Peterson (Hollywood Outsider): "A story all ages can enjoy."
- Ethan Paget (The Movie Menace): "Great voice casting."
- Romy Norton (Film Focus Online): "A beautiful story, perfect for the Easter season."
🎥 King of Kings is a powerful new entry into the animated biblical film space, backed by Korean creativity and resonating with global audiences.
[Photo Credit: Mofac Studio, Box Office Mojo]
