The King's Warden

The King's Warden

1457 Joseon, a story untold by history.

NR 2026 · 117 min · ★ 6.9 · History, Drama

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.

Directed by Chang Hang-jun · Written by Hwang Sung-goo

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