Blades of the Guardians (2026)
Starring: Wu Jing, Nicholas Tse, Jet Li
Genre: Action / Historical / Wuxia / Adventure

 Review

Blades of the Guardians (2026) is a gritty, large-scale wuxia epic that blends brutal martial arts, political intrigue, and emotionally grounded storytelling. Adapted from Biao Ren, the film follows a hardened desert mercenary escorting a mysterious fugitive across war-torn lands — triggering clashes between rival factions, assassins, and imperial forces.

Wu Jing delivers a powerful, stoic performance as a battle-worn protector driven by duty and survival. Nicholas Tse brings sharp intensity as a dangerous wildcard, while Jet Li’s return adds legendary gravitas — his presence elevates the film’s mythic and martial prestige.