The Guard
When a small-town Irish cop with a crass personality is partnered with a straight-laced FBI agent to bust an international drug-trafficking ring, they must settle their differences in order to take down a dangerous gang.
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Streaming now in the United States on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, The Roku Channel, and YouTube Free.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The Guard Trailer - 2011
The Guard | Official Trailer HD (2011)
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Frequently asked questions about The Guard
Where can I watch The Guard in the United States?
The Guard is available to stream on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, The Roku Channel, and YouTube Free 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 The Guard for free?
The Guard streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel and YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Guard?
The Guard scores 7.0 on The Movie Database, 7.3 on IMDb, 81% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 73 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Guard?
The Guard stars Brendan Gleeson, Don Cheadle, Liam Cunningham, Mark Strong, and Katarina Čas. John Michael McDonagh is the director.
How long is The Guard?
The Guard runs 1h 36m (96 minutes).
When did The Guard come out?
The Guard was released on July 7, 2011.
Which studio made The Guard?
The Guard was produced by Prescience, UK Film Council, and Reprisal Films in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
What was the budget for The Guard?
The Guard was made on a budget of $6,000,000.
How much did The Guard make at the box office?
The Guard grossed $19,560,274 worldwide, against a budget of $6,000,000.
What languages is The Guard in?
The Guard is in Irish and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.