The Guard (2011) movie poster

The Guard (2011)

"The FBI are about to discover that things work a little differently around here."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 79%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 86% (RT: 94%, MC: 78) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ActionComedyThrillerCrime

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Runtime
1h 36m
Country
Ireland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (1,364 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
94%
Metacritic
78
Cast
Brendan Gleeson as Sergeant Gerry Boyle
Don Cheadle as FBI agent Wendell Everett
Liam Cunningham as Francis Sheehy
Mark Strong as Clive Cornell
Katarina ฤŒas as Gabriela McBride
David Wilmot as Liam O'Leary
Rory Keenan as Garda Aidan McBride
Laurence Kinlan as Photographer
Most people think so. 79% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,364 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 86%.
Overview
When a small-town Irish cop with a crass personality is partnered with a straight-laced FBI agent to bust an international drug-trafficking ring, they must settle their differences in order to take down a dangerous gang. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Guard, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • John Michael McDonagh cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 2011 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

The Guard is a 2011 action, comedy, thriller film directed by John Michael McDonagh. When a small-town Irish cop with a crass personality is partnered with a straight-laced FBI agent to bust an international drug-trafficking ring, they must settle their differences in order to take down a dangerous gang. The film has been rated by 1,364 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a action film, The Guard delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Guard (2011) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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