Guard That Girl (1935): cast, story & where to watch

1935 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1935, Guard That Girl is an action and comedy film directed by Lambert Hillyer, running about 67 minutes. “MADMAN AT BAY...MILLIONS AT STAKE...HEIRESS ON THE SPOT!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Attorney Joshua Scranton hires "Budge" Edwards and Larry Donovan, who has just bought into Edwards' detective agency, to protect Estelle Hudson, a client of his who is to inherit three-million dollars the next Thursday. He tells them he has reason to believe the girl is in danger from five relatives who stand to benefit from her death.

Who’s in it. Guard That Girl stars Robert Allen as Larry Donovan, Florence Rice as Helen Bradford, Ward Bond as Budge Edwards and Barbara Kent as Jeanne Martin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Guard That Girl has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Guard That Girl tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Guard That Girl (1935)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Guard That Girl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Guard That Girl worth watching?
Guard That Girl holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Guard That Girl?
Guard That Girl stars Robert Allen, Florence Rice, Ward Bond, Barbara Kent and Wyrley Birch.
When was Guard That Girl released?
Guard That Girl was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.