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Bodyguard

2018·Show
6Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
IMDb8.0Metacritic797.4Rotten Tomatoes93%84%
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Where to watch

Netflix

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Romance5
  • Melancholy5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, politics, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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Episode ratings

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About

In the fight for power, who will you trust?

A troubled war veteran is assigned to protect a controversial politician who may be the target of a terror plot.
Political ThrillerHigh StakesIntense SuspenseCharacter-DrivenConspiracyWar Veteran ProtagonistContemporary Crime DramaAction-PackedBritish Series

Crew

Directed by:
John Strickland, Thomas Vincent
Written by:
Jed Mercurio
Produced by:
Eric Coulter, Priscilla Parish
Composed by:
Ruskin Williamson, Ruth Barrett

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Bodyguard

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Bodyguard legally?

Netflix

Bodyguard is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bodyguard worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 8, Rotten Tomatoes 93%, and Metacritic 79). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bodyguard rated?

TV-MAViolenceStrong languageSexual content

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and sexual content.

How many seasons does Bodyguard have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 6 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bodyguard?

Critics86
Audiences79

Yes. Critics average 86 and audiences 79 out of 100, so both groups see Bodyguard much the same way.

When did Bodyguard air?

It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is Bodyguard in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Bodyguard?

130ADAEAGALAOARATAUAZBABBBEBGBH+116

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bodyguard in 130 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bodyguard use?

Government Conspiracy"Not So Different" RemarkS.W.A.T. TeamBlackmailMaybe Ever AfterAs HimselfSex–Face TurnDebate and SwitchBritish BrevityGun Acquisition ExplanationLight Is Not GoodKnight In Shining Armourand 53 more

TV Tropes lists 65 storytelling tropes for Bodyguard, including Government Conspiracy, "Not So Different" Remark, S.W.A.T. Team.