Assassin(s): September 23 Release Date and Cast
Assassin(s) is a film directed by Hur Jin-ho scheduled for theatrical release in South Korea on September 23, 2026. This overview covers the main cast, age rating, differences in runtime among official sources, and listings for Gachi Bom and Korean-subtitled CC screenings.
KOBIS lists the South Korean release date of Assassin(s) as September 23, 2026.
Directed by Hur Jin-ho, the film stars Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Min-ho in major roles.
The film is rated for ages 12 and up, while the listed runtime differs between KOFIC at 130 minutes and Lotte Cinema booking search results at 131 minutes.
The screening formats registered with KOBIS are digital, digital Gachi Bom, and digital Korean-subtitled CC.
The distributor's information includes links to bookings and early-bird events at CGV, Lotte Cinema, and Megabox.
The Assassin(s) is scheduled to open in Korean theaters on September 23, 2026. It is directed by Hur Jin-ho. Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Min-ho are the main cast members. KOBIS lists standard digital and accessibility-supported formats.
Release and event information is based on KOBIS listings and iMBC reporting from September 11, 2026.
Key Release Date and Age Rating Information
The Korean release date is September 23, 2026, and the age rating is 12 and over. The release date can be confirmed on KOBIS. The rating is shown in the KOFIC film database and Lotte Cinema booking search information. (Confirmed value for the 2026 film The Assassin(s): 12 and over; KOFIC listing: Rating 12 · source: koreanfilm.or.kr · confirmed 2026-09-16)
Item | Confirmed information | Confirmation source
Official title | The Assassin(s) | KOBIS
Korean release date | September 23, 2026 | KOBIS
Screening venue | Korean theaters | Hive Media Corp release announcement
Age rating | 12 and over | KOFIC·Lotte Cinema
Genre | Crime·Drama | KOFIC film database
Director | Hur Jin-ho | KOFIC film database
Main cast | Yoo Hae-jin·Park Hae-il·Lee Min-ho | KOFIC film database
Runtime | KOFIC 130 minutes, Lotte Cinema booking search information 131 minutes | Listings differ by source
Production | Hive Media Corp., Ltd. | KOFIC·iMBC film credits
Presentation·distribution | Hive Media Corp., Ltd. | iMBC film credits
The release date is the film’s Korean public release schedule. Screening times and seat availability at individual locations are separate information. Screenings that are actually available to attend can be confirmed in theater schedules. KOBIS Film Information
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
The film follows the investigation into suspicions surrounding the August 15, 1974 assassination attempt on the First Lady. The official synopsis centers on the pursuit of those behind the incident. Megabox introduces the film with the same premise.
The fact that the film is based on a real incident must be distinguished from the verification of historical facts. Developments portrayed in the film cannot be cited as the findings of an investigation into the actual incident. Historical judgments about the incident require separate verification of records. Megabox Film Introduction
Who Are the Director, Cast, and Production Company?
The film is directed by Hur Jin-ho. The main cast members are Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il, and Lee Min-ho. The director and cast list can be confirmed in the KOFIC film database.
Category | Name | Scope of publicly available information
Director | Hur Jin-ho | Film direction
Main cast | Yoo Hae-jin | Listed in the KOFIC cast
Main cast | Park Hae-il | Listed in the KOFIC cast
Main cast | Lee Min-ho | Listed in the KOFIC cast
Production company | Hive Media Corp., Ltd. | KOFIC production company information
Presenting·distribution company | Hive Media Corp., Ltd. | iMBC film credits
The same company is listed for production and presentation·distribution. However, the distributor should not be inferred from the production company field alone. The presentation·distribution information was cross-checked against the credits in the September 11, 2026 report. iMBC Release·Event Report
Is the Runtime 130 Minutes or 131 Minutes?
Official sources list different runtimes. The KOFIC film database lists 130 minutes. Lotte Cinema booking search information displays 131 minutes.
Source | Listed runtime | Information to check together
KOFIC film database | 130 minutes | Basic film information
Lotte Cinema booking search information | 131 minutes | Screening details for the theater you will attend
The reason for the discrepancy has not been confirmed. There is no basis for concluding that it reflects an editing difference between the Korean and international versions. When making plans after the screening, use the end time listed by the relevant theater. KOFIC Film Database, Lotte Cinema Booking Information
Comparison of Standard Digital·Gachi Bom·Korean Subtitles CC
KOBIS lists three screening types: Digital, Digital Gachi Bom, and Digital Korean Subtitles CC. This list must be distinguished from actual schedules at individual locations.
Registered screening type | Meaning of the label | What to check for the screening
Digital | Standard digital screening type | Do not determine subtitle·audio-description support from this label alone
Digital Gachi Bom | A type associated with Korean subtitle·audio-description services | Gachi Bom screenings and how to use the service
Digital Korean Subtitles CC | A type that conveys dialogue and sound information through subtitles | Korean Subtitles CC label on the screening
CC conveys a broader range of information than subtitles that only reproduce dialogue. The Korean Film Council explains that it also includes the speaker’s name and background sounds. The definition in the relevant notice is as follows.
Korean Subtitles (CC): Subtitles that display dialogue together with the speaker’s name · background sounds, etc.
The source is the Korean Film Council’s “Now Enjoy Them at the Theater! Korean Subtitles (CC) for Korean Films.” Korean Film Council CC Guide
Gachi Bom is the name of a Korean subtitle·audio-description service. Audio description conveys what is happening on screen through audio. A CC label alone does not indicate that audio description is also supported. Korean Film Council Gachi Bom Explanation
What Is the Difference Between Format Registration and Actual Screenings?
Format registration does not guarantee screenings of that version. The Korean Film Council FAQ explains that only some CC screenings are scheduled. Even for the same film, subtitle support may vary depending on the selected time.
For example, if the purpose is to attend a CC screening, checking only the film title is insufficient. The selected screening at the chosen location must also display a Korean subtitles label. If audio description is needed, the support method must also be checked separately.
Verification step | Question it can answer
KOBIS screening type | Which formats are registered?
Theater-specific schedule | At which location and when is it screening?
Details for the selected screening | How are subtitles·audio description provided?
IMAX and 4D do not appear in the registered list for The Assassin(s). However, this list alone cannot rule out future premium-format screenings. Availability in premium theaters must be confirmed through separate official announcements and schedules. Korean Film Council Korean-Subtitle Screening FAQ
Points to Watch
The central focus apparent from the public synopsis is the process of investigating suspicions surrounding the incident. The crime·drama genre information also supports this direction. The following are viewing criteria based on publicly available information.
· Investigation process: How are the questions surrounding the incident connected through clues?
· Characters’ judgments: How do the characters’ choices in responding to the incident differ?
· History and dramatic construction: How does the film turn the background of a real incident into a story?
These criteria are not assessments made after watching the film. They do not prejudge the quality of the acting or direction. Neither the ending nor the identity of those behind the incident can be inferred from the public synopsis alone.
Comparison of Theater Bookings and Events
Hive Media Corp’s guide includes booking·event links for three theater chains. CGV, Lotte Cinema, and Megabox are linked. Booking pages and early-bird event pages are listed separately.
Theater | Where to check screenings | Where to check the early-bird event | Event type mentioned in the September 11 report
CGV | Select the film from the booking menu | CGV early-bird link in the distributor’s guide | Prize drawing
Lotte Cinema | Proceed to booking from the film details | Lotte Cinema early-bird link in the distributor’s guide | Drawing for points·hand-signed posters
Megabox | Film details or Quick Booking | Relevant film notice under Events | Benefits related to posters·tier-up points
Booking alone does not satisfy all event conditions. The iMBC report mentions separate entry and actual attendance requirements. The conditions for receiving benefits are also presented differently by each theater. The linked theater notices are the authoritative source for the latest conditions. Hive Media Corp Booking·Event Guide
This article does not present a single ticket price. The release announcements reviewed do not provide a common sale price. Price comparisons require the same screening date and number of attendees. The final payment amount can be confirmed on each theater’s booking screen.
Overall Event Period and Booking Deadline
The overall period shown on an event page should not be interpreted as the booking deadline. The top of the Megabox page displays September 7–October 6, 2026. However, this listing alone does not establish the early-bird booking deadline.
An event may have separate booking and eligible attendance periods. The benefit collection date and point-award timing may also be subject to separate conditions. Each item in the notice must therefore be checked separately. Megabox Early-Bird Event
Frequently Asked Questions
When and Where Will The Assassin(s) Be Released?
The Korean release date registered on KOBIS is September 23, 2026. Hive Media Corp describes it as a theatrical release. Screening times by location can be confirmed in theater schedules.
What Is the Age Rating?
KOFIC and Lotte Cinema information list the film as suitable for ages 12 and over. There is no need to infer the rating from the film’s crime genre alone. The theater’s rating guidance is the standard for actual admission requirements.
Are Korean Subtitles Available at Standard Digital Screenings?
Korean-subtitle support cannot be confirmed from the standard digital label alone. Whether a screening offers CC should be determined from the label on the selected screening. Even if a CC format is registered for the film, it does not apply to every screening.
Do Gachi Bom and Korean Subtitles CC Mean the Same Thing?
The two labels cannot be assumed to refer to the same service. Gachi Bom is the name of a Korean subtitle·audio-description service. CC refers to subtitles that convey dialogue and sound information.
Do the Parentheses in the Title Indicate the Number of Assassins?
The official film title includes parentheses. However, the number of assassins cannot be determined from the title’s styling alone. No explanation from the filmmakers confirming the intent of the parentheses has been found.
Will It Be Released Simultaneously on OTT Services?
The release announcements reviewed concern a Korean theatrical release. A simultaneous OTT release date is not confirmed in these announcements. The theatrical release date should not be cited as the streaming release date.
Do Early-Bird Bookings Include All Benefits?
Booking alone cannot guarantee every benefit. Depending on the event, a drawing or separate entry may be required. Eligible screenings and actual attendance·collection requirements can be confirmed in each theater’s notice.
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