The film ″Zombie Daughter,″ which premiered this summer, has surpassed 4 million viewers, setting a new box office record for Korean films in 2025. As of 5:25 PM on the 15th, the film recorded a cumulative audience of 4,000,464, according to the Integrated Computer Network for Movie Tickets. This achievement marks the first Korean film to exceed 4 million viewers this year, securing the ″first, fastest, and highest″ accolades with the shortest release time and the highest box office score of the year.

″Zombie Daughter″ reached the 3 million viewer milestone just 11 days after its release and quickly hit the 4 million mark during the Liberation Day holiday. This success matches the 17-day record set by the 2023 summer hit ″Smuggled″ and outpaces ″Pilot″ from 2024. Notably, it has maintained its position as the top film at the box office this year, outperforming major foreign releases like ″F1: The Movie″ and ″Mission: Impossible - Final Reckoning,″ establishing a long-term box office streak.

The film’s success is not limited to Korea; it is also making waves internationally. Following its North American release on the 8th, ″Zombie Daughter″ has surpassed ″Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint″ and ″The Nuns in Black,″ becoming the highest-grossing Korean live-action film in North America for 2025. In Vietnam, where it debuted on the same day, it secured the second position at the overall box office, while in Indonesia, it ranked third, showcasing its steady performance across markets.

With global promotions planned, including participation in Star Tours Taiwan and an invitation to the Sitges Film Festival, the film’s international appeal is expected to grow. Directed by Phil Gam-seong, ″Zombie Daughter″ tells the comedic story of a devoted father who undergoes top-secret training to protect his daughter, who has contracted the zombie virus.

The film features a strong ensemble cast, including Jo Jung-seok, Lee Jung-eun, Jo Yeo-jeong, Yoon Kyung-ho, and Choi Yu-ri. Its blend of humor and emotional depth resonates with audiences of all ages, contributing to its cult following. This record-breaking success highlights the global competitiveness and storytelling strength of Korean cinema.