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The Bodyguard (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 1.5

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Released in 2005, The Bodyguard is a crime film directed by Markus Imboden, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Attractive uncompromising politician Mona Dengler is investigating the tobacco industry. Tomboyish bodyguard and single mother Johanna Sieber is assigned to protect her. This endangers Johanna's son. Mona unexpectedly falls for her.

Who’s in it. The Bodyguard stars Ulrike Folkerts as Mona Dengler, Barbara Rudnik as Johanna Sieber, Peter Kremer as Frank and Matthias Matz as Jurek, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 1.5/10, The Bodyguard has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bodyguard page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Bodyguard tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Bodyguard (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bodyguard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Bodyguard worth watching?
The Bodyguard holds an audience score of 1.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Bodyguard?
The Bodyguard stars Ulrike Folkerts, Barbara Rudnik, Peter Kremer, Matthias Matz and Heinrich Schmieder.
When was The Bodyguard released?
The Bodyguard was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.