Blades of the Guardians (2026)
Kernel Score: 96% · 52 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Action, Drama, History
Released: 2026-02-17
Runtime: 126 minutes
Where to watch Blades of the Guardians
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Plex
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-16.
Overview
Dao Ma, the "second most wanted fugitive," is entrusted by his benefactor, the chief of Mo family clan, to take on a mysterious escort mission-escorting the "most wanted fugitive" to Chang'an.
Blades of the Guardians parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Blades of the Guardians is an R-rated wuxia martial arts action film involving bounty hunting and violence.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Martial arts action film involving bounty hunters, killings, and historical combat per plot and reviews.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Wu Jing as Dao Ma
- Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung as Di Ting
- Yu Shi as Shu
- Chen Lijun as Ayuya
- Sun Yizhou as Zhishilang
- Ci Sha as Heyi Xuan
- Li Yunxiao as Ms. Yanzi
- Tony Leung Ka-fai as Old Mo
- Max Zhang as Shuang Tou She / Double-headed Snake
- Kara Hui Ying-Hung as Mrs. Yuchi
Blades of the Guardians FAQ
Is Blades of the Guardians good?
Blades of the Guardians has a 96% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 52 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Blades of the Guardians?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home and Plex.
Is Blades of the Guardians OK for kids?
Blades of the Guardians is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Blades of the Guardians is an R-rated wuxia martial arts action film involving bounty hunting and violence.
What movies are like Blades of the Guardians?
If you liked Blades of the Guardians, try Hero, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, Red Cliff II and Officer Black Belt.