Korean Box Office Top 10 for August 2, 2026: Spider-Man Leads the Weekend
By looking at both daily and cumulative audience numbers, you can clearly see which films are quickly rising at the box office and which are consistently chosen by viewers.
Box Office TOP 10 Ranking Chart
| Rank | Film | Daily Audience | Cumulative Audience | Release Date | Previous Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" Sci-Fi · Action · Adventure | 825,896 viewers | 3,384,080 viewers | 2026-07-29 | Same as previous day |
| 2nd | "Hope" Sci-Fi · Mystery · Action | 117,860 viewers | 4,110,546 viewers | 2026-07-15 | Same as previous day |
| 3rd | "Minions & Monsters" Adventure · Animation · Comedy | 23,023 viewers | 713,933 viewers | 2026-07-15 | Same as previous day |
| 4th | "Moana" Family · Fantasy · Comedy | 12,758 viewers | 999,944 viewers | 2026-07-08 | Same as previous day |
| 5th | "Toy Story 5" Animation · Family · Comedy | 11,554 viewers | 2,912,210 viewers | 2026-06-17 | Up 1 spot from previous day |
| 6th | "Catch Teenieping of Love: The Legend of the Whale Jewel" Animation · Family · Adventure | 10,305 viewers | 26,494 viewers | 2026-08-05 | Down 1 spot from previous day |
| 7th | "David" Animation · Family · Drama | 9,946 viewers | 263,378 viewers | 2026-07-10 | Same as previous day |
| 8th | "What Should I Have Done?" Documentary | 5,434 viewers | 24,008 viewers | 2026-07-29 | Same as previous day |
| 9th | "The Eye" Thriller · Horror | 2,341 viewers | 1,537,378 viewers | 2026-06-24 | Same as previous day |
| 10th | "Dream Animals: The Movie" Animation | 1,411 viewers | 41,996 viewers | 2026-07-24 | Same as previous day |
Top 3 Films: How to Enjoy Them
1st Place: "Spider-Man: Brand New Day"
This is the story of Peter Parker, who, after becoming a solitary guardian, once again confronts threats that know his true identity. Having drawn 825,896 daily viewers, it's well-suited for audiences who anticipate an independent action narrative rather than a direct continuation of previous installments. It's advisable to compare the 145-minute running time and theater formats before booking.
Director · Main Cast · Destin Daniel Cretton · Tom Holland · Zendaya · Mark Ruffalo
2nd Place: "Hope"
The core of this sci-fi mystery is the tension as characters confront an unknown threat in a village where communication has been cut off. The cumulative audience reaching 4,110,546 viewers indicates that its appeal extended beyond initial buzz. Before watching, check with your companions if you prefer intense atmospheres and long running times.
Director · Main Cast · Na Hong-jin · Hwang Jung-min · Jo In-sung · Jung Ho-yeon
3rd Place: "Minions & Monsters"
This animated comedy follows Minions who accidentally stumble onto a film set and become global movie stars. Serving as a top choice for family audiences, it's convenient to prioritize dubbed screenings and suitable showtimes if you have young companions. Its approximately 90-minute runtime also fits well into schedules.
Director · Main Cast · Pierre Coffin · Pierre Coffin · Trey Parker · Allison Janney
New Releases & Long-Running Hits
In this week's rankings, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," released on July 29, maintained its lead, attracting a large audience. Meanwhile, "Hope" with a cumulative 4,110,546 viewers and "Catch Teenieping of Love: The Legend of the Whale Jewel" with 26,494 cumulative viewers continue to be chosen by audiences even after their initial release periods. With action/sci-fi, mystery, and animation/family films all in the top ranks, this week shows a clear diversification of choices based on companions' preferences.
TOP 10 Films: Viewing Points by Title
1st · "Spider-Man: Brand New Day"
Daily 825,896 viewers · Cumulative 3,384,080 viewers · Released 2026-07-29 · Same as previous day
Four years ago, Peter Parker vanished from everyone's memories to protect his loved ones. Living a solitary life as the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man, guarding New York, Peter one day becomes overwhelmed by uncontrollable powers due to an unexpected DNA mutation and faces an enemy who knows his true identity. Amidst the chaos where an unknown entity manipulating others' minds could turn anyone into an enemy targeting Peter, he once again stands before them as Spider-Man to protect MJ and everyone else who are in danger.
Check before viewing · Sci-Fi · Action · Adventure genre, 145 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
2nd · "Hope"
Daily 117,860 viewers · Cumulative 4,110,546 viewers · Released 2026-07-15 · Same as previous day
The personnel who were supposed to provide support went to put out the forest fire, and now communication is also cut off. Beom-seok and Seong-ae of the Hopo branch office struggle to protect the village, which is inhabited only by the elderly. The young men and Seong-gi, who went into the mountains chasing the creatures, instead become their prey. The seed of misfortune born of ignorance, through differences in perspective, eventually becomes a cosmic tragedy.
Check before viewing · Sci-Fi · Mystery · Action genre, 156 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
3rd · "Minions & Monsters"
Daily 23,023 viewers · Cumulative 713,933 viewers · Released 2026-07-15 · Same as previous day
This animated comedy follows Minions who accidentally stumble onto a film set and become global movie stars.
Check before viewing · Adventure · Animation · Comedy genre, 90 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
4th · "Moana"
Daily 12,758 viewers · Cumulative 999,944 viewers · Released 2026-07-08 · Same as previous day
Moana, a girl from Motunui Island, dreamed of a new world beyond the endless sea. One day, when a deep darkness falls over Motunui, Moana sets out on a fateful voyage with the legendary hero Maui to save the cursed island. Dazzling waves, a grand adventure, and a voyage to change destiny! A fantastic sea that will awaken all five senses unfolds vividly!
Check before viewing · Family · Fantasy · Comedy genre, 115 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
5th · "Toy Story 5"
Daily 11,554 viewers · Cumulative 2,912,210 viewers · Released 2026-06-17 · Up 1 spot from previous day
"Times change, but friends are forever." With the advent of the smart tablet 'Lilypad,' children gather in the online world. To socialize with friends, 'Bonnie' also gets a 'Lilypad,' and the toys are gradually pushed out of daily life. 'Jessie' asks 'Woody,' who had gone his own way to solve this crisis, for help... Can 'Jessie,' 'Woody,' and 'Buzz' reunite to win back 'Bonnie's heart and find her true friend? "Toys VS Electronics! In a new world, the stagnant toys begin to move again!"
Check before viewing · Animation · Family · Comedy genre, 102 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
6th · "Catch Teenieping of Love: The Legend of the Whale Jewel"
Daily 10,305 viewers · Cumulative 26,494 viewers · Released 2026-08-05 · Down 1 spot from previous day
Romi, who has become best friends with Hachu-ping, is spending happy days, but she constantly argues with her mother (Bellita) over differences in opinion between what she wants to do and what she has to do... Then one day, with an event that shakes the sea, her mother disappears into the sea without a trace. Romi loses her mother without being able to offer a single apology or a single hug. Facing the sea for the first time, she gathers courage with her best friend Hachu-ping, the sea boy Kite, and three Teeniepings... They must confront the brilliant sea city and giant deep-sea creatures. Finally, Romi faces a secret her mother had never told her.
Check before viewing · Animation · Family · Adventure genre, 105 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
7th · "David"
Daily 9,946 viewers · Cumulative 263,378 viewers · Released 2026-07-10 · Same as previous day
One day, young David hears from the prophet Samuel that he is destined to be king, but before he can understand what that means, he is thrown into the midst of war. In a battlefield where everyone holds their breath, David stands alone before Goliath, the giant feared by the world, and finally strikes him down with a single stone. After a miraculous victory, he instantly becomes a hero, but his name soon awakens the wrath of King Saul. Facing a colossal threat once again, David confronts the weight of his destiny...
Check before viewing · Animation · Family · Drama genre, 110 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
8th · "What Should I Have Done?"
Daily 5,434 viewers · Cumulative 24,008 viewers · Released 2026-07-29 · Same as previous day
At twenty-four, his kind and promising older sister begins to show symptoms of schizophrenia. Instead of taking her to the hospital, their parents choose to lock the front door. Within that closed door, the family remained silent to each other for over 20 years. The younger brother, who could no longer ignore it, picks up a camera and enters that silence. To ask his sister, his parents, and himself. And finally, he asks us, "What should I have done?"
Check before viewing · Documentary genre, 102 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
9th · "The Eye"
Daily 2,341 viewers · Cumulative 1,537,378 viewers · Released 2026-06-24 · Same as previous day
Seo-jin, a photographer gradually losing her sight due to a genetic disease. One day, she discovers her twin sister Seo-in, who lost her sight before her but succeeded as a ceramist, dead. Everyone believes it's suicide, but Seo-jin instinctively feels something is wrong. Unintelligible artworks in her sister's studio, and someone who was there that day. As no one believes her claim that it wasn't suicide, Seo-jin begins to pursue the truth herself, becoming another target for the culprit amidst her fading vision. Detective Do-hyuk becomes Seo-jin's eyes, tracking the case together, and the slowly revealed truth plunges them deeper into confusion...
Check before viewing · Thriller · Horror genre, 106 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
10th · "Dream Animals: The Movie"
Daily 1,411 viewers · Cumulative 41,996 viewers · Released 2026-07-24 · Same as previous day
The 'Dream Animals,' superstars of 'Sweetsland,' where sweets and humans live in harmony. With the heavenly voice of 'Pegasus' joining them, the 'Dream Animals' successfully complete their world tour. However, upon their return, 'Sweetsland' has been taken over by the terrifying cotton candy villain 'King Cotton,' who aims to eliminate all sweets and conquer the world...! Can the 'Dream Animals,' with zero combat power but armed with cuteness, overcome this desperate crisis and save the world of sweets?
Check before viewing · Animation genre, 91 minutes, check companion's age and showtimes.
This Week's Viewing Guide
For films with a strong emphasis on action and adventure, like "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," compare theater formats and seating locations first.
"Hope" and "The Eye" are good choices for audiences who prefer a tense atmosphere.
For animated films, it's best to check not only the age rating but also dubbed/subtitled showtimes and the age of your companions.
Checking cumulative audience numbers and whether the number of screenings is maintained can help you choose long-running hits.
FAQ
A. "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is ranked 1st with 825,896 viewers on the day.
A. Looking at them alongside daily rankings helps gauge whether a film's audience momentum is continuing.
A. Rather than just looking at rankings, compare genre, age rating, running time, companions' preferences, and available showtimes.