The Guardian (2006) movie poster

The Guardian (2006)

"How do you decide who lives or who dies?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 80%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 45% (RT: 37%, MC: 53) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
2h 19m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (1,638 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
37%
Metacritic
53
Cast
Kevin Costner as Ben Randall
Ashton Kutcher as Jake Fischer
Sela Ward as Helen Randall
Melissa Sagemiller as Emily Thomas
Dulรฉ Hill as Ken Weatherly
Bryce Cass as Manny
Omari Hardwick as Carl Billings
Clancy Brown as Capt. William Hadley
Most people think so. 80% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,638 votes. Critics scored it lower at 45%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A high school swim champion with a troubled past enrolls in the U.S. Coast Guard's 'A' School, where legendary rescue swimmer Ben Randall teaches him some hard lessons about loss, love, and self-sacrifice. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Guardian, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The initial cut of The Guardian was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 2006 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

The Guardian is a 2006 action, adventure, drama film directed by Andrew Davis. A high school swim champion with a troubled past enrolls in the U.S. Coast Guard's 'A' School, where legendary rescue swimmer Ben Randall teaches him some hard lessons about loss, love, and self-sacrifice.

The film has been rated by 1,638 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, The Guardian 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 Guardian (2006) 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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