The Old Guard

R

2020

2h 5m

Action

Fantasy

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2,500+ Ratings

A group of mercenaries, all centuries-old immortals with the ablity to heal themselves, discover someone is onto their secret, and they must fight to protect their freedom.

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Critics Consensus

The Old Guard is occasionally restricted by genre conventions, but director Gina Prince-Bythewood brings a sophisticated vision to the superhero genre - and some knockout action sequences led by Charlize Theron.

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Soraya Nadia McDonald

Andscape

Given a team of highly regarded actors in Charlize Theron, Chiwetel Ejiofor and KiKi Layne, Prince-Bythewood delivers both satisfying, high-octane fights and a proper storyline to stitch them together.

Jan 20, 2021

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Clarisse Loughrey

Independent (UK)

None of this would work without someone like Gina Prince-Bythewood behind the lens.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 9, 2020

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Robbie Collin

Daily Telegraph (UK)

It's a film that's rewarding to spend time with, with a substance-over-style approach that's entirely commendable, and all too rare in films of this type.

Rated: 3/5

Nov 22, 2020

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Gautam Sunder

The Hindu

Has there been a more definitive star in Hollywood over the last decade than Charlize Theron?

Jul 18, 2024

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Joonatan Itkonen

Toisto.net

But even if this is a misfire -- and it is -- there’s still talent and that much-talked-about potential somewhere in it. Maybe next time the script will be worth the talent both behind and in front of the camera.

Rated: 2/5

Jul 5, 2024

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Manuel São Bento

MSB Reviews

As one of the creators of the original comics, Greg Rucka delivers a screenplay packed with intriguing lore, which is well-explored and well-established for (what should be) the first movie in a new franchise.

Rated: B-

Jul 24, 2023

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Melanie W

This movie I really really liked! I enjoyed the cast. I liked the story. I watched it a couple of times and I’m looking forward to see what they do with the next chapter.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

07/21/24

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Raymond R

When coming here to write a review, I learned something new - there's a comic! I came into this movie blind an was pleasantly surprised. The powers that the immortals have reminds me A LOT of Wolverin's powers - maybe the same? There were a few small snafus and things that didn't make sense, but overall I loved it. I really wish I could say part of the story is unrealistic, but it's not. While some things are definitely for entertainment, there's a lot that we have seen and will continue to see in terms of the science field. The actors were all amazing and fit their part perfectly. I hope this turns into a series!Great movie!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/20/24

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Audience Member

Excellent movie. Really cool to see a select few immortals as outliers to society that are purely just immortal. They don't have any superpowers, they just are. It was a fun mix of historical prejudices weaving into more current events, greed of government, butt kicking, and a dash of mythology! I would looovvve to see the backstory and futurestory continue in a second movie or a spinoff series - they left room for it so get on it producers!!!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

03/07/24

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Alec C

These warriors are not just unstoppable, but they're un-killable! As a group of immortals use their skills to protect humanity, they are lured into a trap by people who want to use their longevity for their own ends. With an impressive cast of characters with a fascinating premise, these unknown heroes manage to leave their mark!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/06/24

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Denise F

I enjoyed this movie, loved all the action etc but I was distracted by Charlene Theron's pierced ears - if her body kept rehealing and expelling bullets etc, how on earth did she keep her earrings in?

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/17/24

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Gina P

Interesting premise. Kept my attention. I think the sequel has the possibility of being better.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/19/24

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Synopsis

A group of mercenaries, all centuries-old immortals with the ablity to heal themselves, discover someone is onto their secret, and they must fight to protect their freedom.

Director: Gina Prince-Bythewood
Producer: A.J. Dix, David Ellison, Marc Evans, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger, Beth Kono, Charlize Theron
Screenwriter: Greg Rucka
Production Co: Netflix, Denver and Delilah Productions, Image Comics, Dune Films, Skydance Media
Rating: R (Sequences of Graphic Violence|Language)
Genre: Action, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 10, 2020
Runtime: 2h 5m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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