The Guardian Movie

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An immature young man (Ashton Kutcher) enlists in the Coast Guard, where he bonds with a legendary rescue swimmer (Kevin Costner) who teaches his rebellious protégé the meaning of sacrifice.

Who's Involved:

Kevin Costner, Neal McDonough, Ashton Kutcher, Tripp Vinson, Beau Flynn, Sela Ward, Melissa Sagemiller, Ron Brinkerhoff

PG-13   PARENTS STRONGLY CAUTIONED MPA
intense sequences of action/peril, brief strong language and some sensuality
Runtime: N/A
Language: English

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Plot: What's the story about?

After losing his crew in a fatal crash, legendary Rescue Swimmer, Ben Randall (Kevin Costner), is sent to teach at "A" School, an elite training program for Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers. Wrestling with the loss of his crew members, he throws himself into teaching, turning the program upside down with his unorthodox training methods.

While there, he encounters a young, cocky swim champ, Jake Fischer (Ashton Kutcher), who is driven to be the best. During training, Randall helps mold Jake's character, combining his raw talent with the heart and dedication required of a Rescue Swimmer.

Upon graduation, Jake follows Randall to Kodiak, Alaska, where they face the inherent dangers of the Bering Sea. In his initial solo rescue, Jake learns firsthand from Randall, the true meaning of heroism and sacrifice, echoing the Swimmer's motto..."So Others May Live!"


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Who's making The Guardian: Crew List

A look at the The Guardian behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's writer Ron Brinkerhoff last wrote Riot and Fort Knox.

Director

Screenwriter

Ron Brinkerhoff

Producers

Beau Flynn
Tripp Vinson

Company

Production Company

Beacon Pictures

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Production: What we know about The Guardian?

Key Facts

  1. The film documents the intensive training process of US Coast Guard rescue swimmers and their personal and physical sacrifices required of the job.

Filming Timeline

  1. 2004 - December: The film was set to Completed  status.

The Guardian Release Date: When was the film released?


The Guardian was a release in 2006 on Friday, September 29, 2006. There were 3 other movies released on the same date, including Open Season, Flyboys and School for Scoundrels.

The Guardian DVD & Blu-ray Release Date: When was the film released?

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The Guardian was released on DVD & Blu-ray on Tuesday, January 23, 2007 .

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