If you’re tired of American Hollywood films, you might want to check out The King’s Warden in theaters, a 2026 Korean historical drama that’s taking the Korean film world by storm right now.
The King’s Warden first hit theaters on February 4, 2026, and in just a little over a month’s time, the movie has been seen by over 9 million viewers, according to a report from The Korea Times. If momentum—thanks largely to a word-of-mouth campaign—continues at this pace, it’s likely to break records in the Korean box office.
Helmed by director Jang Hang-jun, The King’s Warden is based on the true story of King Danjong (played in the movie by Park Ji-hoon), a teenage king who was overthrown and exiled in 1457. The film explores the exiled king’s quiet life and isolation following his exile. The ensemble cast includes Yoo Hae-jin, Park Ji-hoon, Yoo Ji-tae, and
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