The movie "The Man Who Lives with the King" ranked first overall with a real-time reservation rate of 27.2% as of 7:30 a.m. on the 3rd, one day before its release. According to the Korea Film Council's integrated ticketing system, advance reservations reached 115,402 tickets, surpassing 100,000. This figure, along with the opening score, raises expectations for its box office performance during the first week of release.

"The Man Who Lives with the King" is set in Cheongnyeongpo in 1457 and tells the story of village chief Eom Heung-do, who voluntarily exiled himself for the revival of the village, and the young former king Lee Hong-wi who was dethroned. Yoo Hae-jin plays Eom Heung-do, and Park Ji-hoon portrays Lee Hong-wi (Danjong). The cast also includes Yoo Ji-tae as Han Myeong-hoe, Jeon Mi-do as Maehwa, and Lee Joon-hyuk as Geumseong Daegun, delivering moving performances.

The film features a narrative based on historical facts, which has attracted the interest of prospective viewers. Following advance screenings, it has received favorable reviews from the media, critics, and actual audiences. Attention within and outside the film industry is focused on the response after its release.

"The Man Who Lives with the King" is expected to lead a box office revival through word of mouth from audiences until the Lunar New Year holiday. Viewers are anticipated to experience both the historical background and emotional story through this film. The movie's success will depend on audience reactions going forward.