The Guardian Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Last modified: Dec. 20, 2008

The Guardian

Release Date: Friday, September 29, 2006

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.

Starring: Ashton Kutcher • Kevin Costner • Melissa Sagemiller • Sela Ward • Neal McDonough

Screenwriter: Ron Brinkerhoff

PG-13 Drama N/A

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: 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 stars in The Guardian – Cast List

Ashton Kutcher
New Year's Eve, Valentine's Day
Kevin Costner
Horizon, Hidden Figures
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Melissa Sagemiller
Mr. Woodcock, The Clearing
Sela Ward
Independence Day Resurgence, The Day After Tomorrow
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Neal McDonough
Twisted, Homestead

Who is making The Guardian – Crew List

The film's writer Ron Brinkerhoff last penned Riot and Fort Knox.

Director: —
Screenwriter: Ron Brinkerhoff
Producers: Beau Flynn
Tripp Vinson

Studio: —
Production Company: Beacon Pictures

Production – What we know about the The Guardian

Key Facts

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

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Dec 2004

Completed

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned for intense sequences of action/peril, brief strong language and some sensuality
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

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The Guardian Release Date: When was the film released?

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