The Old Guard (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2020, The Old Guard is an action and fantasy film directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, running about 125 minutes. “Forever is harder than it looks” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four undying warriors who've secretly protected humanity for centuries become targeted for their mysterious powers just as they discover a new immortal.
Who’s in it. The Old Guard stars Charlize Theron as Andromache of Scythia / Andy, KiKi Layne as Nile Freeman, Matthias Schoenaerts as Sebastien Le Livre / Booker and Marwan Kenzari as Yusuf Al-Kaysani / Joe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Old Guard has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Old Guard page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Old Guard 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 The Old Guard (2020)?
- In US, The Old Guard is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Old Guard worth watching?
- The Old Guard holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Old Guard?
- The Old Guard stars Charlize Theron, KiKi Layne, Matthias Schoenaerts, Marwan Kenzari and Luca Marinelli.
- When was The Old Guard released?
- The Old Guard was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.