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Korean Film's Surprise Box Office Triumph
19 Jan
Summary
- South Korean film No Other Choice is gaining awards traction.
- The film has earned $30.1 million globally in its fourth weekend.
- It recently surpassed Steven Soderbergh's Presence domestically.
South Korean film No Other Choice has achieved remarkable success, earning $30.1 million globally and featuring on the 15-film shortlist for the Best International Feature Film at the 2026 Oscars. With a stellar 97% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes, this satirical black comedy thriller has distinguished itself as one of 2025's best-reviewed movies.
The film's domestic performance has been particularly noteworthy, with a significant 62.8% increase in its fourth limited weekend, bringing in $2.2 million. This surge has allowed it to edge past the North American totals of several notable 2025 releases, including Steven Soderbergh's supernatural thriller, Presence.
No Other Choice follows a middle-class family man facing job loss and obsession with securing new employment. Its critical acclaim and box office performance suggest a strong potential for awards season recognition, with its lead expected to widen the gap over competing films in the coming weeks.
