Blades of the Guardians: Wind Rises in the Desert

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Blades of the Guardians: Wind Rises in the Desert

Name: Blades of the Guardians: Wind Rises in the Desert
Director: Yuen Woo-Ping
Genre: Action, Drama, History
Released: 2026-02-17
Duration: 126 min
Rating: 7.8

镖人：风起大漠

“A grand martial arts feast is back!”

7.8/ 1020262h 6mChinese

ActionDramaHistory

Directed by Yuen Woo-Ping

Movie Info

Director: Yuen Woo-Ping
Release Date: Feb 17, 2026
Runtime: 2h 6m
Language: Chinese
Status: Released
Genre: Action, Drama, History

Budget

$100M

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Synopsis

In the final years of the Sui Dynasty, as the land suffers under a tyrannical emperor, Dao Ma (Wu Jing), the "second most wanted fugitive," survives as an outlaw escort in the desert. Entrusted by the chief of the Mo Clan (Tony Leung Ka-fai), a man to whom he owes a great debt, he accepts a mysterious mission: to escort the "most wanted fugitive," Zhi Shilang (Sun Yizhou), from the western frontier all the way to the capital, Chang'an. On their trail is Di Ting (Nicholas Tse), a man from Dao Ma's past who has been tasked with capturing him. As the caravan journeys through brutal desert conditions, pursued by bandits, powerful local tribes, and the secrets surrounding their destination, concepts of loyalty, betrayal, and honor are put to the ultimate test .

Editor's Review

A 'number two' embarks on a journey to protect 'number one'... This film, directed by the legendary Yuen Woo-ping (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, The Matrix), unites some of China's biggest action stars . With a massive budget of 700 million yuan (approx. $100 million) and a star-studded cast, the production boasts that 70% of it was shot on location in the desert, relying heavily on practical stunts and real horse riding . Isn't it exciting to see names like Wu Jing, Nicholas Tse, and Jet Li together again? Furthermore, the performances of rising stars Yu Shi (from the Fengshen trilogy) and renowned opera actress Chen Lijun (who took over the role amidst controversy) are highly anticipated . How will this epic story handle themes of mentorship, betrayal, and survival against the harsh desert backdrop? Having already grossed 577 million yuan in China , this ambitious production might just be the film to revitalize the wuxia genre.