South Korean fantasy romance series «Guardian: The Lonely and Great God» («Dokkaebi»), distributed internationally by CJ ENM, continues to enjoy strong popularity among Russian viewers. The series is available on four major Russian streaming platforms: Kinopoisk, IVI, Wink and Okko.
Combining supernatural fantasy, romance and comedy, the series stars Gong Yoo, Kim Go Eun and Lee Dong Wook. Its story moves between Korea’s historical past and the present day, exploring love, immortality and destiny.
Gong Yoo plays Kim Shin, a powerful warrior from the Goryeo era who is transformed into an immortal goblin, known in Korean folklore as a dokkaebi. His immortality is both a reward and a punishment for the lives he took as a warrior.
To end his eternal existence, Kim Shin must find his destined bride, played by Kim Go Eun, the only person capable of removing the sword embedded in his chest. His journey becomes even more complicated when he finds himself sharing a home with a grim reaper, played by Lee Dong Wook.
As their lives become intertwined, the series combines romantic relationships, supernatural mysteries and comedy, gradually revealing connections between the characters’ past and present.
The popularity of «Guardian: The Lonely and Great God» across Russian streaming platforms highlights the continuing interest of Russian audiences in South Korean drama, including established titles that continue to attract viewers years after their original release.