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The Bodyguard

1992·Movie
2h 9min·R
IMDb6.4Metacritic396.7Rotten Tomatoes38%64%

Where to watch

fuboTVParamount+

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The Bodyguard fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Deeply romantic and hopeful

  • Romance9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life and show business

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Never let her out of your sight. Never let your guard down. Never fall in love.

A former Secret Service agent grudgingly takes an assignment to protect a pop idol who's threatened by a crazed fan. At first, the safety-obsessed bodyguard and the self-indulgent diva totally clash. But before long, all that tension sparks fireworks of another sort, and the love-averse tough guy is torn between duty and romance.
Romantic ThrillerPop StardomForbidden LoveBodyguard-Client Relationship90s NostalgiaPowerful SoundtrackSlow-Burn RomanceObsession & DangerContemporary Realism

Crew

Directed by:
Mick Jackson, Karen Golden, Albert M. Shapiro
Written by:
Lawrence Kasdan
Produced by:
Kevin Costner, Lawrence Kasdan, Jim Wilson
Composed by:
Whitney Houston, Alan Silvestri, Lisa Stansfield

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Bodyguard

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Bodyguard legally?

fuboTVParamount+

The Bodyguard is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Bodyguard worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 38%, and Metacritic 39). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Bodyguard rated?

RViolence

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Bodyguard?

2 h 9 min

The Bodyguard runs 2 h 9 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Bodyguard?

Critics39
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate The Bodyguard higher (65) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Bodyguard a box office hit?

Budget$25 million
Box office$411 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $411 million worldwide, 16.4 times its budget.

What language is The Bodyguard in?

EnglishHungarian

It was made in English, with some Hungarian. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Bodyguard?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Bodyguard in 110 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Bodyguard use?

Bridal CarryCult SoundtrackBriefcase BlasterDefeat Equals FriendshipProperly ParanoidI Need a Freaking DrinkBodyguard CrushIrrevocable OrderTaglineHeel–Face Door-SlamMama BearSound-Only Deathand 55 more

TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for The Bodyguard, including Bridal Carry, Cult Soundtrack, Briefcase Blaster.