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The anime blockbuster One Piece Film Red not only shatters numerous box office records but also creates a ripple effect globally.
Premiering in Japan in July 2022, the 15th film of the One Piece franchise continues to conquer theaters in various countries and territories worldwide. The film debuts in Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, Macau, Thailand, France, in August; in Singapore, the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, in September; in Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, in October, and is gearing up to meet audiences in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, in November. Wherever it goes, One Piece Film Red receives the enthusiastic embrace of fans.
Times Square is the symbol of New York, also one of the most attractive destinations in the most populous city in the United States. It is considered the 'crossroads of the world' with a record-breaking 460,000 people passing through at peak times, a prime location coveted by leading global brands.
This underscores the immense fan base of One Piece in North America. The distributor in the U.S. is also investing significantly in corresponding 'grandeur,' leaving a mark and creating a ripple effect to fans worldwide.
As of October 16th, considering only the revenue from the 8 markets of France, Germany, the Netherlands, Romania, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and India, One Piece Film Red has garnered over $144.7 million, ranking among the top 13 highest-grossing Japanese films worldwide.
The premiere event at France's largest cinema, Le Grand Rex, Paris, drew over 2,700 enthusiastic attendees. On the opening day in France, the film sold over 119,300 tickets, becoming the highest-grossing anime debut ever in the country.
In China, during the screening at the Beijing International Film Festival, One Piece Film Red sold out within one minute of ticket sales opening, making it the fastest-selling film at this year's Beijing International Film Festival.
In Taiwan, during the opening weekend, the film grossed 57.8 million New Taiwan Dollars (approximately 44.8 billion VND), claiming the throne as the highest-grossing anime debut in 2022 in Taiwan.
In Thailand, within just one week, the 15th film of the One Piece franchise also set a record, reaching 100 million Baht (approximately 65.8 billion VND) in the fastest time in the history of Thai box office.
In early August 2022, when the distributor in Vietnam officially announced and revealed a teaser poster with the caption 'Coming soon,' the keyword 'One Piece' immediately exploded on Vietnamese social media. According to third-party statistics, the film's name received over 76.5 thousand visits and became one of the most trending keywords (attracting attention) of the week.
This segment is set in the musical island of Elegia, where the world's most famous diva, Uta, performs her first live show in front of the public. The Straw Hat Pirates and other fans of Uta from various factions such as pirates or the navy have all converged for this performance. The drama unfolds when a shocking truth is revealed: Uta is the daughter of the red-haired Shanks - a face of the legendary Four Emperors. The film will premiere in Vietnam at the end of November, promising to bring unique experiences with its grand storyline and lively music.
One Piece Film Red hits theaters nationwide from November 25, 2022, featuring 2D, IMAX 2D, 4DX formats. The film offers special screenings from November 18 to 20, 2022.
