I, the Executioner Becomes Fastest Film to 2 Million Admissions

The South Korean crime thriller 'I, the Executioner' has made a remarkable debut, surpassing 2 million admissions in just three days since its release on September 13, 2024. This rapid success makes it the fastest film of 2024 to reach this milestone, outperforming previous record-holders 'Exhuma' and 'The Roundup: Punishment', which took four days. As of September 15, the film, a sequel to the 2015 hit 'Veteran', has garnered a total of 2,095,936 viewers and grossed approximately $20.87 million. The plot centers around veteran detective Seo Do Chul and rookie officer Park Sun Woo as they hunt down a notorious serial killer. High audience satisfaction and positive reviews, especially during the ongoing Chuseok holiday, are contributing to its strong box office performance. The film stars Hwang Jung Min and Jung Hae In, among others, and is directed by Ryoo Seung Wan.