The Lifeguard (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2011, The Lifeguard is a documentary film directed by Maite Alberdi, running about 64 minutes.
What it’s about. Mauricio, a lifeguard on a Chilean beach, considers himself to be a model of efficiency and professionalism. His colleagues, however, think otherwise, and speculate on why he never goes into the water. Maite Alberdi's visually gorgeous feature documentary debut has the intensity of a short story; beginning as a quirky character study of lifeguards and beachgoers, it becomes something altogether darker and more shocking when events take a dramatic turn.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Lifeguard has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocAlliance Films and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, DocAlliance Films, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lifeguard page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lifeguard (2011)?
- In US, The Lifeguard is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, DocAlliance Films and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Lifeguard worth watching?
- The Lifeguard holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Lifeguard released?
- The Lifeguard was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.