Im Yoona and Ahn Bo-hyun's 'The Devil Moved In' Set for August 13 Release
'Exit' director returns with supernatural comedy starring Girls' Generation's Yoona and rising star Ahn Bo-hyun
Korean supernatural comedy "The Devil Moved In" (악마가 이사왔다) will hit theaters on August 13, 2025, bringing together the successful team behind the 2019 hit "Exit."
The film follows Gil-gu (Ahn Bo-hyun), an unemployed young man who falls for his new neighbor Seon-ji (Im Yoona). His romantic interest turns to horror when he discovers Seon-ji transforms into a demon at dawn. Gil-gu accepts a bizarre part-time job from Seon-ji's father (Sung Dong-il) to monitor her during her demonic transformations.
The supporting cast includes veteran comedian Joo Hyun-young as the mysterious cousin Ara, creating what producers call an "extraordinary combination" of characters.
Director Lee Sang-geun reunites with Im Yoona after their blockbuster collaboration on "Exit," which drew 9.42 million viewers in 2019. The film is produced by Woojeong Film, the company behind successful titles including "Exit," "Mogadishu," and "Smugglers," with CJ ENM handling distribution.
Originally titled "2 O'Clock Date," the project underwent significant changes during development. Actor Kim Seon-ho was initially cast as the male lead but departed due to personal controversies, leading to Ahn Bo-hyun's casting.
Filming took place in May 2022, with key scenes shot at Friar Palace apartments in Seoul's Gangdong district. The movie was promoted at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival alongside "Veteran 2."
The film was initially scheduled for release in late 2024 but was postponed to 2025 according to the Korea Film Council's integrated computer network. CJ ENM officially confirmed the August 13, 2025 release date, accompanied by new character posters and promotional materials.
The film arrives during a challenging period for Korean cinema, with industry observers hoping it can replicate the summer success of "Exit." The movie is positioned as a potential "relief pitcher" for Korean cinema's current box office struggles.
Director Lee Sang-geun's return marks his second theatrical release after establishing himself as a commercial filmmaker with "Exit." Unlike many recent Korean films adapted from webtoons or novels, "The Devil Moved In" represents original storytelling in the supernatural comedy genre.
The August 13 release date places the film in the competitive summer movie season, where it will compete for audiences seeking entertaining escapism. With its proven creative team and star power, "The Devil Moved In" aims to capture the lightning-in-a-bottle success that made "Exit" a cultural phenomenon.