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Lifeguard

Name: Lifeguard
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 1976-07-23
Cast: Sam Elliott, Stephen Young, Anne Archer, Parker Stevenson, Kathleen Quinlan

1976 | 96 min | Comedy, Drama

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With middling reviews (40% on Rotten Tomatoes), it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved American Graffiti, start here.
The mood: Funny with heart.
The pace: Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 36 min.
What might put you off: Rated PG. Worth a look first if you have very young kids.
Made in 1976: an older pace and style.

Rick is a Los Angeles County lifeguard who is in his thirties. At his 15-year high school reunion, he sees his old girlfriend who is now a divorced mother. After falling in love with her, Rick considers changing his career and lifestyle.

How it earned its rating

CriticsBelow par
40% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
Box office & staying powerSolid
$5 million worldwide on a $900K budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 51K people sought it out in the past year