Will Spider-Man knock 'Hope' off its perch?

"Hope" has practically owned the Korean box office since it opened July 15. That grip might not hold much longer. The threat comes from a familiar face. "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" opens here July 29, two days ahead of North America, and the numbers suggest it will hit the ground running. As of Thursday morning, more than 357,000 tickets had been booked, keeping the Marvel sequel at No. 1 on the presales chart for a fifth straight day, according to the Korean Film Council's tracking service. Tha

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did 'Hope' open in Korea?

'Hope' opened in Korea on July 15.

When does 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' release?

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' opens on July 29.

How many tickets were booked for 'Spider-Man' by Thursday?

More than 357,000 tickets had been booked for 'Spider-Man' as of Thursday morning.

Is 'Spider-Man' expected to perform well in Korea?

Yes, the numbers suggest it will hit the ground running.