Omniscient Reader: The Prophet
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| Hangul | 전지적 독자 시점 |
| RR | Jeonjijeok dokja sijeom |
| MR | Chŏnjijŏk tokcha sijŏm |
| Directed by | Kim Byung-woo |
| Based on | Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint by Sing Shong |
| Produced by | Won Dong-yeon |
| Starring | |
Production company | Realies Pictures |
| Distributed by | Lotte Entertainment |
Release date |
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Running time | 117 minutes |
| Country | South Korea |
| Language | Korean |
| Budget | US$21 million[1] |
Omniscient Reader: The Prophet (Korean: 전지적 독자 시점) is an upcoming South Korean action fantasy film scheduled to be released in July 2025. It is adapted from the best-selling web novel Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint by Sing Shong and directed by Kim Byung-woo. The film stars Lee Min-ho, Ahn Hyo-seop, Chae Soo-bin, Shin Seung-ho, Nana, and Jisoo.[2][3]
Premise
The story follows Kim Dok-ja (Ahn Hyo-seop), the only reader of a serialized web novel that suddenly becomes reality. As the real world collapses into chaos, he teams up with the story's main character, Yoo Joong-hyuk (Lee Min-ho), embarking on a perilous journey to reshape destiny and prevent the world's end.[3]
Cast
- Lee Min-ho as Yoo Joong-hyuk, a cold and powerful regressor who fights to the end in each timeline.[3]
- Ahn Hyo-seop as Kim Dok-ja, a lone reader who becomes the key to saving the collapsing world.[3]
- Chae Soo-bin as Yoo Sang-ah, Kim Dok-ja's former co-worker and strong ally in the new world.[3]
- Shin Seung-ho as Lee Hyun-sung, a former soldier with remarkable defensive strength.[3]
- Nana as Jung Hee-won, a justice-driven fighter with fierce skills.[3]
- Jisoo as Lee Ji-hye, a resilient warrior who stands by Yoo Joong-hyuk in battle.[3]
- Kwon Eun-seong as Lee Gil-young
Production
Development
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint is one of the most popular Korean web novels on the platform Munpia, known for its complex world-building and narrative structure that blends fantasy, dystopia, and psychological elements. Since its publication, the series has received critical and commercial success, prompting demands for live-action adaptations. In April 2019, Munpia CEO Kim Hwan-cheol announced that Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint was being prepared for a screen adaptation following its massive success with over 10 million cumulative views.[4]
In 2023, director Kim Byung-woo was confirmed to lead the project, and the screenplay began development under the supervision of Realies Pictures, known for large-scale genre films. The adaptation aimed to preserve the original's layered structure while making the story accessible to a broader international audience.
Filming
Principal photography began on December 5, 2023,[5] and wrapped in late May 2024 after a six-month shoot that included large-scale sets and CGI sequences.[6]
Themes
The film explores themes of fate, reader agency, and heroism. It delves into the question of what it means to be a protagonist, contrasting the perspectives of the reader (Kim Dok-ja) and the character (Yoo Joong-hyuk). The story challenges traditional notions of narrative control and the boundaries between fiction and reality.
Marketing
A teaser poster and official trailer were unveiled on February 15, 2025, showcasing the high-concept fantasy elements, action sequences, and dramatic tone. The film's promotional campaign highlights the tension between fate and free will, mirroring the original novel's philosophical themes.[2]
Release
The film is scheduled to premiere in theaters in South Korea on 23 July 2025,[7] distributed by Lotte Entertainment, with international distribution by Purple Plan in select Southeast Asian countries.[2]
References
- ^ "The $21 Million Blockbuster 'Omniscient Reader: The Prophet' Sparks Buzz with Teaser Trailer Release". Seoul Broadcasting System (in Korean). 2025-05-12. Retrieved 2025-06-16.
- ^ a b c 전현무, 홍주연과의 열애설 심경 고백 "만신창이". Sports Donga (in Korean). 2025-02-15. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
- ^ a b c d e f g h 영화 '전지적 독자 시점' 캐스팅 확정…이민호X안효섭X채수빈 등 라인업 완성. Xports News (in Korean). 2024-12-15. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
- ^ "Munpia CEO confirms adaptation plans for Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint". 17 April 2019. Retrieved 2023-11-14.
- ^ "Production starts for Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint". Retrieved 2023-12-06.
- ^ "Filming concludes for Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint". Retrieved 2024-05-29.
- ^ Shin, Young-sun (1 July 2025). "Ahn Hyo-seop & Lee Min-ho Lock Eyes—'Omniscient Reader' Sparks Fly". K-Entertainment News. Retrieved 7 July 2025.
External links
- Omniscient Reader: The Prophet at IMDb
- Omniscient Reader: The Prophet at the Korean Movie Database (in Korean)