The Guard from the Underground (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1992, The Guard from the Underground is a thriller, drama, crime and horror film directed by Kiyoshi Kurosawa, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. A former sumo wrestler, now working as a security guard, goes on a murderous rampage.
Who’s in it. The Guard from the Underground stars Yutaka Matsushige as Fujimaru, Makiko Kuno as Akiko Narushima, Hatsunori Hasegawa as Hyodo and Ren Osugi as Kurume, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Guard from the Underground has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel and ARROW and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Guard from the Underground page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Guard from the Underground tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Guard from the Underground (1992)?
- In GB, The Guard from the Underground is available to stream on Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel and ARROW, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Guard from the Underground worth watching?
- The Guard from the Underground holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Guard from the Underground?
- The Guard from the Underground stars Yutaka Matsushige, Makiko Kuno, Hatsunori Hasegawa, Ren Osugi and Tarô Suwa.
- When was The Guard from the Underground released?
- The Guard from the Underground was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.