“Goblin” Marks Its 10th Anniversary With Gangneung Trip Teaser Featuring Gong Yoo, Kim Go Eun, Lee Dong Wook and Yoo In Na

South Korean drama “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God”—better known internationally as “Goblin”—is gearing up for a nostalgic celebration of its 10th anniversary. According to Soompi, the upcoming special program “’Guardian: The Lonely and Great God’ 10th Anniversary Trip” has released a new teaser featuring four of the show’s most prominent stars: Gong Yoo, Kim Go Eun, Lee Dong Wook, and Yoo In Na. The teaser shows the cast reuniting at key filming locations in Gangneung, including Jumunjin Beach, and previews a mix of behind-the-scenes storytelling, emotional reflections, and playful chemistry.

Cast reunites at iconic Jumunjin Beach locations

The new teaser centers on the moment fans have long hoped for: the leads of “Goblin” traveling together to revisit the places that helped make the series a global phenomenon. In the footage, Gong Yoo, Kim Go Eun, Lee Dong Wook, and Yoo In Na appear standing along the shores of Jumunjin Beach in Gangneung—where, in the drama, Kim Shin and Ji Eun Tak first meet. Their smiles and comfort in each other’s presence signal that the bond that defined the series still feels intact a decade later.

Posters released alongside the teaser echo this nostalgia. They include visual details designed to call back iconic scenes, such as a bouquet of buckwheat flowers, a red scarf, and a cake topped with candles—props that serve as immediate emotional triggers for longtime viewers.

Behind-the-scenes memories and “teamwork” nostalgia

Beyond location shots, the teaser emphasizes what the cast hopes to share: not just fan service, but personal memories. In the teaser, Gong Yoo describes “Goblin” as “the greatest winter of my life,” framing the drama as a defining chapter in his career. Yoo In Na’s comments underline the lasting power of the production, saying the memories feel instant—like scenes from the past are still pinned in place.

Kim Go Eun’s remarks add a behind-the-scenes lens. She characterizes the ensemble effort as genuine “teamwork,” suggesting that the cast’s mutual support helped them endure the pressures of filming. Yoo In Na then delivers a particularly emotional line directed at Gong Yoo, calling him “the Goblin for all of us,” a statement that reinforces how deeply the drama resonated with audiences and how personally it may be remembered by the actors themselves.

Comedy and chemistry: “chaos” on the way

While the program promises reflection, the teaser also leans heavily into the cast’s comedic timing. Kim Go Eun jokes before the trip that it will be “complete chaos,” and during the actual visit, Yoo In Na and Kim Go Eun appear to keep the mood lively by teasing their older co-stars. In contrast, Gong Yoo and Lee Dong Wook are portrayed as struggling to keep up—an affectionate dynamic that fans recognize as part of what made the series’ character chemistry so compelling.

Several moments in the teaser highlight how quickly the cast falls back into their old rhythm. They remark that even if they don’t see each other for a while, “it always feels the same,” and they joke that it feels like they only “wrapped up filming the final scene yesterday.” Those exchanges, though brief, are positioned as the heart of the program’s premise: a decade’s worth of time, compressed into familiar camaraderie.

Why the anniversary trip matters for global K-drama culture

“Goblin” first aired in 2016 and has since become one of the genre’s standout titles, frequently cited for its distinctive tone—blending romance, fantasy, and melancholy—plus its cast performances and memorable production design. A decade later, the decision to anchor the anniversary celebration in Gangneung and Jumunjin Beach speaks to the way physical locations have become part of the drama’s brand identity.

The teaser’s mix of props, filming-site recreation, and emotional statements also reflects a larger trend in K-content celebrations: anniversary programming is increasingly about building a bridge between past and present. For viewers, the program isn’t only about seeing the stars together—it’s about re-entering the story world they first experienced years ago, while hearing the cast articulate how that world shaped their careers and relationships.

What to watch for next

According to Soompi, “’Guardian: The Lonely and Great God’ 10th Anniversary Trip” will premiere on July 4 at 9:10 p.m. KST. Given the teaser’s closing image of Gong Yoo looking visibly moved and Kim Go Eun shedding tears, viewers can expect at least some segment of the trip to tilt toward heartfelt storytelling—likely focused on long-term memories from filming and the cast’s reflections on the show’s legacy.

In addition, the teasing and “chaos” preview suggests that the program will balance sentiment with entertainment, not unlike a reunion special that feels casual rather than scripted. The big question for fans will be how deeply the cast will go into specific behind-the-scenes moments—and whether the reunion will include any re-enactments or detailed anecdotes tied to the iconic props shown in the teaser materials.