'Now You See Me 3' Conjures Global Box Office Domination, Surpasses 600,000 Admissions in Korea

The blockbuster 'Now You See Me 3,' directed by Ruben Fleischer, has taken the cinematic world by storm, achieving the number one spot at the box office in South Korea and across the globe.

According to the integrated ticket sales network, 'Now You See Me 3' captivated approximately 600,000 viewers by surpassing 586,734 cumulative admissions over its opening weekend ending Sunday, November 16th. The film has held the top position at the daily box office for an impressive five consecutive days since its release, outperforming international hits like 'Chainsaw Man the Movie: The Reze Arc' and 'Prey.'

Furthermore, its opening weekend performance significantly surpassed that of 'F1 The Movie,' which currently ranks within the top 3 highest-grossing films of 2025, having garnered 482,499 admissions in its opening weekend. This success is not confined to Korea; 'Now You See Me 3' also secured the number one spot in North America and worldwide box office charts.

In North America alone, the film grossed $21.3 million over the weekend, a remarkable achievement for a franchise that hasn't released a new installment since 2016. Internationally, it earned $54.2 million across 64 territories, bringing the global total to $75.5 million. Notably, amidst this worldwide success, South Korea has emerged as the 5th highest-grossing country globally, following China, Russia, and Latin America, further highlighting the film's international appeal.

The phenomenal global success of 'Now You See Me 3' is largely attributed to word-of-mouth driven by high audience satisfaction. Viewers have praised various aspects of the film, including its star-studded cast, innovative magic sequences, and expanded scale due to location shooting. Anticipation is also high among potential audiences who have yet to experience the film. With exams concluded, the film is expected to continue its box office run as students seek stress relief and adults look for an exhilarating cinematic escape.

Netizens in Korea are expressing their excitement, with comments like 'Wow, it's finally out! Just as good as I expected,' and 'I need to watch the first two parts again before seeing this one.' Many are also praising the spectacular magic and plot twists, with some planning to rewatch the film with family.