“The King’s Warden” has surpassed 12 million admissions, exceeding the 11.91 million recorded by “Exhuma,” the previous box office champion of 2024. This milestone marks “The King’s Warden” as the 20th Korean film in history to achieve over 12 million viewers.
Released on February 4th, the historical drama reached 10 million admissions on March 6th, becoming only the third film since “Exhuma” and “The Roundup: Punishment” (both 2024) to accomplish this feat within two years.
In South Korea, reaching 10 million ticket sales is a significant benchmark for commercial success in the film industry.
Directed by Jang Hang-jun, “The King’s Warden” offers a fictionalized account of historical events, focusing on the unlikely bond between village chief Eom Heung-do (Yoo Hai-jin) and the deposed King Danjong (Park Ji-hoon) of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) during the king’s exile.
The film has been lauded for its powerful ensemble cast, enabling audiences to connect deeply with the young king’s plight and the unwavering support of the villagers, as well as its stunning portrayal of the historical exile location.
