History is being made — literally. The King’s Warden has crossed the 12 million admissions mark at the Korean box office, dethroning the 2024 smash hit Exhuma and charging into the nation’s all-time top 20. This isn’t just a box office number — it’s a cultural moment.
On March 11, 2026, the Korean Film Council officially confirmed the milestone, with the film overtaking Exhuma‘s final tally of 11.91 million viewers. Distributor SHOWBOX proudly noted the film now holds the highest box office score among Korean releases in the past two years — a remarkable feat for a historical period film in the modern multiplex era.
Box Office Milestone Snapshot
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film | The King’s Warden |
| Cumulative Admissions | 12+ million MILESTONE |
| All-Time Korean Ranking | No. 20 |
| Film Overtaken | Exhuma (11.91M) |
| Next Target | A Taxi Driver (~12.18M, No. 19) |
| Distributor | SHOWBOX |
| Milestone Date | March 11, 2026 |
🏯 What Is The King’s Warden About?
Set during the Joseon Dynasty, the film tells the tragic story of King Danjong (played by Park Ji Hoon) — the sixth king of Joseon — who is betrayed and dethroned by his own uncle, then exiled to Cheongnyeongpo in Yeongwol, Gangwon Province. There, he forms an unlikely bond with Eom Heung Do (Yoo Hae Jin), the head of the local village, and the real drama begins.
🎭 Star-Studded Cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Park Ji Hoon | King Danjong (dethroned Joseon king) |
| Yoo Hae Jin | Eom Heung Do (village head) |
| Yoo Ji Tae | Supporting role |
| Jeon Mi Do | Supporting role |
| Lee Jun Hyuk | Supporting role |
| Ahn Jae Hong | Supporting role |
With No. 19 — A Taxi Driver at roughly 12.18 million — now firmly in its sights, The King’s Warden looks set to keep climbing. For more coverage on Korean cinema’s biggest milestones, visit TechnoSports Entertainment and our in-depth Korean Movies section.
