The premise
The Guardian (2026)
After giving up his taekwondo dreams to care for his mother, Mi Jin, Park Do-jun moves with her from Korea to the Philippines. However, their relationship frays as Mi Jin’s severe gambling addiction spirals out of control, forcing Do-jun to abandon college and work to support himself, while finding loyal allies in aspiring K-pop star Sandara and Coco. When Mi Jin vanishes and is kidnapped by the ruthless leader of a major Korean crime syndicate, Do-jun plunges into a high-stakes, perilous race against time to rescue her.
Opening against Toy Story 5, this one will be fighting for the same weekend conversation.
The theatrical release lands June 17, 2026.
Why hit record on this one
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FAQ
The Guardian: quick answers
How do I record a The Guardian trailer reaction?
Open the reaction recorder on your phone at reactr.film/studio/the-guardian, choose camera or voice only, and press record while the trailer plays. Reactr captures your reaction and gives you a share-ready clip when the trailer ends. It is free.
Do I have to be on camera?
No. Voice Reaction mode records your commentary with the microphone only: the camera stays off, no face is recorded, and you still get a share-ready clip for your channel.
When does The Guardian come out?
The Guardian is scheduled to open in US theaters on June 17, 2026. Dates can shift, so check back for updates.
Who stars in The Guardian?
Nam Woo-hyun, Park Eun-hye, Han Jae-suk, Yassi Pressman and Wilbert Ross lead the cast, directed by Jeong Jang-hwan.
Is Reactr free?
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