Guarding Tess
Doug is a Secret Service Agent who has just completed his stint in charge protecting Tess Carlisle—the widow of a former U.S. President, and a close personal friend of the current President. He finds that she has requested that he not be rotated but instead return to be her permanent detail. Doug is crushed, and—after returning—wants off her detail as she is very difficult to guard and makes her detail crazy with her whims and demands.
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Frequently asked questions about Guarding Tess
Where can I watch Guarding Tess in the United States?
Guarding Tess is available to stream on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel and Howdy Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Guarding Tess for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Guarding Tess needs a subscription to Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel and Howdy Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Guarding Tess?
Guarding Tess scores 6.0 on The Movie Database, 6.2 on IMDb, 48% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 61 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Guarding Tess?
Guarding Tess stars Shirley MacLaine, Nicolas Cage, Austin Pendleton, Edward Albert, and James Rebhorn. Hugh Wilson is the director.
How long is Guarding Tess?
Guarding Tess runs 1h 36m (96 minutes).
When did Guarding Tess come out?
Guarding Tess was released on March 11, 1994.
Which studio made Guarding Tess?
Guarding Tess was produced by Channel Films and TriStar Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Guarding Tess?
Guarding Tess was made on a budget of $20,000,000.
How much did Guarding Tess make at the box office?
Guarding Tess grossed $27,058,304 worldwide, against a budget of $20,000,000.
What languages is Guarding Tess in?
Guarding Tess is in Georgian and English, and its original language is English.
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