# Korean film 'The King's Warden' drives best first-half box office since pandemic

The Korean movie "The King's Warden" has helped South Korea achieve its best first-half box office performance since the pandemic. The film's strong ticket sales reflect a significant recovery in the country's cinema industry.

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- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/box-office/the-kings-warden-korea-best-first-half-box-office-pandemic-1236823221/) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:57:40 +0000