The Guardian

The Guardian (2026)



납치 48시간

1.0 2026 90 min —

Director: Jeong Jang-hwan

Cast: Nam Woo-hyun, Park Eun-hye, Han Jae-suk, Yassi Pressman, Wilbert Ross

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Park Do-jun traded his taekwondo ambitions for a caregiver’s life when his mother, Mi Jin, needed him most—uprooting their world from Korea to the Philippines. But the bond that held them together begins to crack as Mi Jin’s compulsive gambling spirals into a destructive frenzy, forcing Do-jun to drop out of college and hustle just to keep a roof over their heads. In the chaos, he finds unexpected lifelines in Sandara, a fierce aspiring K-pop star, and the unshakable Coco. Then the unthinkable happens: Mi Jin disappears, yanked into the shadows by the iron-fisted boss of a Korean underworld empire. Now, Do-jun must wage a desperate, ticking-clock battle through Manila’s gritty underbelly—risking everything to drag his mother back from the brink before the syndicate’s grip tightens for good.

More About This Film

The Guardian, a film scheduled for release in 2026, follows the story of Park Do-jun, a former taekwondo prodigy from Korea. After abandoning his athletic dreams to care for his mother, Mi Jin, Do-jun relocates with her to the Philippines, marking a significant shift in their lives and setting the stage for new challenges and opportunities.

Currently categorized as being in development, specific details regarding the director, full cast lineup, and production timeline remain subject to change. The narrative premise highlights themes of family duty, cultural transition, and personal redemption as the protagonist navigates life in a new country.

  • The project is officially listed as "in development" on major industry databases such as IMDbPro.
  • The story centers on the relationship between Park Do-jun and his mother, Mi Jin.
  • Park Do-jun is depicted as having showcased prodigious talent in taekwondo prior to moving.
  • The relocation from Korea to the Philippines serves as a key plot point driving the character's journey.

Where to Watch

This movie has not been released yet, so streaming availability is currently unknown. When it becomes available, it may be found on the following platforms:

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