The King's Warden
The King's Warden

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The King's Warden

2026
Movie
117 min
Korean

In a remote mountain village of 15th-century Joseon, humble headman Heung-do hears a rumor that any village hosting an exiled nobleman will be blessed with abundance and fortune. Hoping to bring prosperity to his impoverished community, he eagerly submits a petition to host one—unaware that his guest is none other than the fallen monarch, deposed boy-king Danjong.

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Director: N/AGenres: Historical Drama, Action

Plot Summary

A lone knight is tasked with protecting a young heir to the throne from a treacherous conspiracy that threatens to plunge the kingdom into civil war. As allegiances blur and enemies surround them, the knight must confront his own past to ensure the future of the realm.

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  • Anticipated to feature robust action sequences and a compelling narrative.

  • Hopes are high for strong performances in the lead roles.

  • Likely to appeal to fans of historical epics and thrillers.

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Based on real events from Joseon history, this tells us the story of the enthusiastic efforts of village chief Um-Heung Do (Yoo Hae-jin) to improve the lot of his citizenry. When a hunting expedition goes quite bizarrely wrong for him, he f...