The movie "The Man Who Lives with the King" ranked third in the all-time box office 47 days after its release. According to the Korea Film Council's integrated ticket sales network, as of the 23rd, the film recorded a cumulative audience of 14,757,118. This surpasses "Ode to My Father" with 14.26 million and "Along with the Gods: The Two Worlds" with 14.41 million, making it the third highest-grossing domestic release. The only films with more viewers are "The Admiral: Roaring Currents" and "Extreme Job."

In terms of cumulative revenue, "The Man Who Lives with the King" has already taken first place. Influenced by rising ticket prices, the film's revenue amounts to 142.5 billion won, exceeding "The Admiral: Roaring Currents" with 135.7 billion won and "Extreme Job" with 139.6 billion won.

The long-term success of "The Man Who Lives with the King" is attributed to its solid narrative and the actors' outstanding performances. The film, based on historical facts, conveys human emotions that resonate with the audience. The protagonist, Danjong Lee Hong-wi (Park Ji-hoon), is exiled to Cheongnyeongpo in Yeongwol, Gangwon Province after being dethroned, and the story unfolds through his interactions with the villagers. This process deeply conveys Danjong's tragic fate and offers a moving experience that spans generations.

The actors' performances are also a key factor drawing audiences to theaters. Yoo Hae-jin and Park Ji-hoon anchor the story, while Yoo Ji-tae as Han Myeong-hoe, Jeon Mi-do as the court lady Maehwa, and Lee Joon-hyuk as Prince Geumseong enhance the film's completeness with their multidimensional acting.

This film reexamines historical facts from a new perspective and leaves a deeply emotional impression on viewers. "The Man Who Lives with the King" is regarded as a work that has set a new milestone in Korean cinema beyond mere box office success.