Anticipation Builds for 'Omniscient Reader' as Fantasy Action Genre Thrives

Following the success of adaptations like 'The Uncanny Counter,' 'Sweet Home,' and 'Moving,' 'Omniscient Reader' is capturing global attention. These fantasy action works, which combine the allure of their original IPs with stunning visual effects, have been successful, raising expectations for 'Omniscient Reader.'

Fantasy action IPs with expansive universes and compelling narratives have been transformed into visual spectacles, captivating audiences worldwide. The genre's popularity continues to rise as these fresh worlds and visuals, once confined to imagination, are brought to life with impressive visual effects.

First aired in 2020, 'The Uncanny Counter' is a hero story about demon hunters disguised as noodle shop employees who fight evil spirits on Earth. Its unique ideas and world-building captivated viewers, breaking OCN's highest viewership records and topping all channels, including terrestrial networks, leading to a second season. 'Sweet Home' thrilled global audiences with its intriguing premise of human desires turning into monsters, featuring overwhelming creature visuals and relentless thrills. It was the first Korean series to enter Netflix's US Top 10, marking the global debut of K-creature content and proving its worth through three seasons. 'Moving' was praised for opening new horizons for Korean action heroes with its impressive visual effects and diverse superpowered characters, ranking as the most-watched series in its first week on Disney+ in the Asia-Pacific region.

'Omniscient Reader' is a fantasy action film where the world of a novel, completed after over a decade of serialization, becomes reality. Kim Dokja (Ahn Hyo-seop), the novel's sole reader, joins protagonist Yoo Junghyuk (Lee Min-ho) and allies to survive in a post-apocalyptic world. The web novel, which has surpassed 300 million views, promises a vivid cinematic experience based on its solid world-building. With its unique premise of 'a novel only I know becomes reality,' 'Omniscient Reader' will guide audiences through innovative CG-rendered creatures and imaginative spaces, delivering overwhelming entertainment. The explosive action of Yoo Joonghyuk and signature moves of characters like Yoo Sangah (Chae Soo-bin), Lee Hyun-sung (Shin Seung-ho), Jung Hee-won (NANA), Lee Ji-hye (Jisoo), and Lee Gil-young (Kwon Eun-seong) will offer intense and spectacular visuals.

'Omniscient Reader' will be released in theaters nationwide on July 23.

Reporter: Kim Ji-won, TenAsia bella@tenasia.co.kr