A decade. That’s how long it has been since Guardian: The Lonely and Great God — better known as Goblin — swept the world off its feet and turned Gangneung into one of the most visited K-drama filming destinations in history. Now, all four original cast members are going back, and the teaser alone is enough to make every Goblin fan reach for a tissue.
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Goblin 10th Anniversary Special: Quick Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Special Programme | Guardian: The Lonely and Great God 10th Anniversary Trip |
| Network | tvN |
| Premiere Date | July 4, 2026 |
| Air Time | 9:10 p.m. KST |
| Cast Returning | Gong Yoo, Kim Go Eun, Lee Dong Wook, Yoo In Na |
| Destination | Gangneung (Jumunjin breakwater & seaside) |
| Original Drama Air Year | 2016–2017 |
| Genre | Special Variety / Anniversary Programme |
What Is the 10th Anniversary Special About?
The Guardian: The Lonely and Great God 10th Anniversary Trip is a special program created to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the hit drama, also known as Goblin, which became a global phenomenon. Gong Yoo, Kim Go Eun, Lee Dong Wook, and Yoo In Na travel to Gangneung to revisit unforgettable filming locations, share behind-the-scenes stories, and reflect on the lasting impact of the drama.
What Happens in the Teaser?
The first teaser captures the heartwarming reunion of the four stars as they gather again after a decade. Visiting the Gangneung seaside that served as the backdrop for many iconic scenes in the drama, the cast celebrates the 10th anniversary together. Gong Yoo says, “Let’s have fun and enjoy today,” while Kim Go Eun excitedly remarks, “It really has been 10 years since I’ve been here.”
Lee Dong Wook reflects in disbelief, saying, “Goblin has already been around for 10 years?” while Yoo In Na shares, “It’s amazing how everything still looks exactly the same.”
The simple honesty of those reactions — the disbelief, the warmth, the nostalgia — is exactly what makes reunion content like this so emotionally powerful for fans who grew up with the show.
The Return to Jumunjin — The Most Iconic Spot
The teaser also shows the cast visiting the famous Jumunjin breakwater in Gangneung, the symbolic location where Ji Eun Tak (Kim Go Eun) first summoned Goblin Kim Shin (Gong Yoo) in the drama. As Gong Yoo reflects, saying, “This feels strange,” Yoo In Na adds, “I don’t think I’ll ever forget this.”
The Jumunjin breakwater became one of the most iconic Korean drama filming locations in history after Goblin aired, drawing thousands of fans every year. Seeing the original cast stand there again, ten years on, is genuinely one of those rare K-drama moments that transcends the screen.
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FAQs
Q: When does the Goblin 10th Anniversary Special premiere on tvN?
A: The Guardian: The Lonely and Great God 10th Anniversary Trip premieres on July 4, 2026 at 9:10 p.m. KST on tvN.
Q: Which cast members are returning for the Goblin 10th anniversary special?
A: All four lead cast members — Gong Yoo, Kim Go Eun, Lee Dong Wook, and Yoo In Na — reunite and travel to Gangneung to revisit the drama’s iconic filming locations together.
