Still Going Strong: 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' Nears 9 Million Viewers in South Korea

'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' has shattered North American box office records, dethroning 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' after its 11-year reign. As of September 17th, the animated blockbuster has raked in a staggering $936.77 million domestically, surpassing the $936.66 million benchmark set by the Star Wars juggernaut in 2015.

▲ 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' Swings Past $2.4 Billion Globally, Overtaking 'Avatar: The Way of Water'

The web-slinger's success isn't limited to North America. Globally, 'Across the Spider-Verse' has amassed an impressive 3 trillion 3100 hundred million KRW (about 24 million 16,300,000 USD), leapfrogging James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water' to claim the third spot in worldwide box office history. Industry insiders are now speculating how much higher the film's final tally could climb.

The sequel picks up with Miles Morales, whose identity is known only to himself following the events of 'Spider-Man: No Way Home.' Facing a mysterious new foe and grappling with uncontrollable powers from a DNA mutation, Miles finds himself in another web of danger. The stakes are higher as he fights to protect his loved ones and weaves an even more intricate narrative.

▲ 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' Poised to Break 9 Million Viewer Mark in South Korea

The film's success story continues in South Korean theaters. Over a month after its release, 'Across the Spider-Verse' is on the verge of becoming the first Spider-Man movie to surpass 9 million viewers in the country.

Since its July 29 debut, the film has been shattering records. It reached 1 million viewers in two days, 2 million in four, 3 million in five, and 4 million in just seven days, showcasing an unprecedented box office trajectory.

The momentum hasn't waned. As of September 17, the film has drawn 8.95 million viewers, a mere 50,000 shy of the coveted 9 million mark.

No previous Spider-Man film has crossed the 9 million viewer threshold in South Korea. All eyes are on 'Across the Spider-Verse' to see if it will be the first to achieve this milestone.

With its record-breaking performance in North America and its imminent milestone in South Korea, industry watchers are keenly observing just how far 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' can push its box office limits.

▲ 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' Sets New Benchmarks in Premium Formats, Surpassing 'Avatar: The Way of Water'

The film has also set unprecedented records in SCREENX and 4DX formats.

On September 4, CJ 4DPLEX announced that 'Across the Spider-Verse' had generated over 1434 hundred million KRW (about 1 million 4,682,000 USD) globally through SCREENX and 4DX screenings, shattering previous records.

The previous record-holder, 'Avatar: The Way of Water,' took 228 days to reach 1420 hundred million KRW (about 1 million 3,660,000 USD). 'Across the Spider-Verse' surpassed this figure in just 33 days, showcasing its phenomenal box office velocity.

Since its global release, the film has screened over 115,000 times in 1,200 SCREENX and 4DX theaters worldwide. It has attracted more than 6.7 million viewers, with an impressive average occupancy rate of 40%.

The film's success extends across borders, setting new opening records in 36 countries for SCREENX and 22 countries for 4DX. This not only underscores the film's popularity but also highlights the growing demand for premium viewing experiences.

A key factor in this success was the collaborative approach taken during production. 'Across the Spider-Verse' is the first major Hollywood studio project to implement CJ 4DPLEX's 'Shot for SCREENX' initiative.

Unlike previous SCREENX adaptations, which involved post-production formatting, this project saw the director and production team working with CJ 4DPLEX from the planning stages. This approach allowed for the incorporation of elements that maximize spatial awareness and immersion in key scenes, expanding the possibilities of SCREENX technology.