Film News Today — July 27, 2026
Korea Box Office: Na Hong-Jin’s ‘Hope’ Holds Firm at No. 1 as Market Slows and more — today's film signal.
The world of film is abuzz with exciting developments, from box office triumphs to thrilling new releases. In Korea, Na Hong-Jin's 'Hope' continues to dominate the box office, holding firm at number one despite a slowing market, while in China, 'All Wishes Come True!' has surged to the top spot, pushing 'Kung Fu Soccer' to second place. Meanwhile, 'Toy Story 5' has achieved a major milestone, crossing the $1 billion mark to become the highest-grossing movie of the year, a testament to the enduring power of beloved franchises. These successes demonstrate the diversity and global reach of the film industry, with different regions and genres experiencing their own unique triumphs.
However, the film world is not without its challenges, as evidenced by the leak of 'The Odyssey' on social media platform X, where a high-quality bootleg was seen by millions before being taken down. Despite this setback, 'The Odyssey' has still managed to sail to an impressive $87 million in its second weekend, a remarkable achievement that underscores the film's appeal and the public's appetite for epic adventures. Additionally, horror fans have a new treat in store with 'Pinocchio: Unstrung', a killer puppet slasher that has garnered attention for its impressive puppetry, offering a fresh take on a classic tale. As the film landscape continues to evolve, these stories highlight the complex interplay between creativity, technology, and audience demand that shapes the industry.
Today's signal:
• Korea Box Office: Na Hong-Jin’s ‘Hope’ Holds Firm at No. 1 as Market Slows (variety.com)
• China Box Office: ‘All Wishes Come True!’ Surges to Top Spot, Pushing ‘Kung Fu Soccer’ to Second (variety.com)
• ‘Pinocchio: Unstrung’ Review: Killer Puppetry Is the Best Thing About This Killer Puppet Slasher (variety.com)
• ‘The Odyssey’ Leaked on X: High-Quality Bootleg Seen by Millions in Hours Before Takedown (variety.com)
• Box Office: ‘Toy Story 5’ Crosses $1 Billion, Becomes Highest-Grossing Movie of the Year (variety.com)
• Box Office: ‘The Odyssey’ Sails to $87 Million in Massive Second Weekend (variety.com)