The Korean historical film 'The King's Warden' has surpassed 11 million viewers on its 33rd day of release, just two days after hitting 10 million. Distributor Showbox reported a cumulative 11.17 million admissions as of March 8, 2026, following its February 4 debut.
Building on its earlier milestones—including topping 8 million on March 1—the film reached 11 million faster than recent hits like 'Exhuma' (2024), '12.12: The Day' (2023), and 'Masquerade' (2012). On its 33rd day, it drew about 754,000 viewers on Saturday alone.
Directed by Jang Hang-jun, the film stars Yoo Hai-jin as village chief Eom Heung-do and Park Ji-hoon as the deposed King Danjong, depicting their friendship during the king's exile. It has garnered acclaim for ensemble performances and vivid portrayal of the exile setting.
