**King's Man** Nears 9 Million Viewers

The film 'The Man Living with the King' has surpassed 9 million cumulative viewers in just 27 days of its release, nearing its debut as the first 10 million viewer film of 2026. This is a faster pace than historical films 'King and the Clown' (50 days) and 'Masquerade' (31 days). Notably, its audience-drawing power increased even in its fourth week of release, setting a new personal best for daily viewers on March 1st.

'The Man Living with the King' tells the story of a village chief who volunteers for exile to revitalize his village and a young former king who was ousted from the throne, set in Cheongnyongpo in 1457.

The film leaves a deep impression on audiences, who are enjoying it in various ways, such as visiting Yeongwol, Gangwon Province, where the film is set, or taking an interest in the history of King Danjong. Audiences have shown positive reactions, saying things like, "Thanks to the movie, it seems to have brought about a very good effect of many people looking up and learning about history."

The actors' passionate performances and the way the hidden story of King Danjong was densely portrayed are continuing the audience's viewing craze even in its fourth week of release, and it is expected to captivate the March cinema scene.

The success of 'The Man Living with the King' is even more significant amidst the sluggish atmosphere of the cinema industry. It is maintaining its number one position at the box office with the steepest box office growth among films released this year, sending a positive signal to cinemas struggling with the shift towards OTT-centered viewing environments.