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The Bodyguard

Seen it?

1992 | 129 min | Action, Drama, Romance

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It made about 16 times its budget, though it had just 38% on Rotten Tomatoes and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

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

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics and action fans. Audiences love it more than critics do: a crowd-pleaser first.
The mood
Warm and romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 9 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • Critics were cooler on it than audiences.

A former Secret Service agent grudgingly takes an assignment to protect a pop idol who's threatened by a crazed fan. At first, the safety-obsessed bodyguard and the self-indulgent diva totally clash. But before long, all that tension sparks fireworks of another sort, and the love-averse tough guy is torn between duty and romance.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsWeak

    38% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.7 out of 10

  • AwardsWeak

    0 wins and 1 nomination from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerVery strong

    $411 million worldwide on a $25 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by Mick Jackson

  • Kevin CostnerFrank Farmer
  • Whitney HoustonRachel Marron
  • Gary KempSy Spector
  • Bill CobbsBill Devaney
  • Ralph WaiteHerb Farmer
  • Tomas AranaGreg Portman
  • Michele Lamar RichardsNicki Marron
  • Mike StarrTony Scipelli
  • Christopher BirtHenry
  • DeVaughn NixonFletcher Marron