The Korean Movie Database (KMDb) is the definitive public archive for South Korean cinema, serving as a comprehensive repository for the nation's film history and contemporary industry data. Operated by the Korean Film Archive (KOFA), it functions as the Korean equivalent of the Internet Movie Database (IMDb), but with a specific focus on cultural preservation and academic rigor. 📽️ Core Databases
In Korea, box office is measured by audience tickets sold, not dollars. Only about 30 Korean films have ever passed "10 million viewers" (approximately 1/5th of the population). Use the database to filter by "Admissions" descending. This list includes Roaring Currents, Extreme Job, and The Admiral. These are the most broadly appealing blockbusters. korean movies database
People Database: Profiles for actors, directors, and production crew, tracking their full career filmographies. The Korean Movie Database (KMDb) is the definitive