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The Bodyguard

  • 19921992
  • RR
  • 2h 9m
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
133K
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The Bodyguard (1992)
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A former Secret Service agent takes on the job of bodyguard to an R&B singer, whose lifestyle is most unlike a President's.A former Secret Service agent takes on the job of bodyguard to an R&B singer, whose lifestyle is most unlike a President's.A former Secret Service agent takes on the job of bodyguard to an R&B singer, whose lifestyle is most unlike a President's.
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
133K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
2,283
335
  • Director
    • Mick Jackson
  • Writer
    • Lawrence Kasdan
  • Stars
    • Kevin Costner
    • Whitney Houston
    • Gary Kemp
Top credits
  • Director
    • Mick Jackson
  • Writer
    • Lawrence Kasdan
  • Stars
    • Kevin Costner
    • Whitney Houston
    • Gary Kemp
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 196User reviews
    • 54Critic reviews
    • 39Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 2 Oscars
      • 10 wins & 21 nominations total

    Videos3

    The Bodyguard
    Trailer 1:56
    The Bodyguard
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    Trailer 0:32
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    'Jexi' Star Alexandra Shipp Wants to Be Friends With This Cartoon Character
    Full Episode 3:16
    'Jexi' Star Alexandra Shipp Wants to Be Friends With This Cartoon Character

    Photos90

    Whitney Houston in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Kevin Costner, Whitney Houston, Gary Kemp, and Michele Lamar Richards in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Whitney Houston in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Kevin Costner in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Whitney Houston and Ralph Waite in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Kevin Costner and Bill Cobbs in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Kevin Costner in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Whitney Houston in The Bodyguard (1992)
    Kevin Costner, Whitney Houston, Gary Kemp, and Michele Lamar Richards in The Bodyguard (1992)

    Top cast

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    Kevin Costner
    Kevin Costner
    • Frank Farmeras Frank Farmer
    Whitney Houston
    Whitney Houston
    • Rachel Marronas Rachel Marron
    Gary Kemp
    Gary Kemp
    • Sy Spectoras Sy Spector
    Bill Cobbs
    Bill Cobbs
    • Devaneyas Devaney
    Ralph Waite
    Ralph Waite
    • Herb Farmeras Herb Farmer
    Tomas Arana
    Tomas Arana
    • Portmanas Portman
    Michele Lamar Richards
    Michele Lamar Richards
    • Nickias Nicki
    Mike Starr
    Mike Starr
    • Tonyas Tony
    Christopher Birt
    • Henryas Henry
    DeVaughn Nixon
    DeVaughn Nixon
    • Fletcheras Fletcher
    Gerry Bamman
    Gerry Bamman
    • Ray Courtas Ray Court
    Joe Urla
    Joe Urla
    • Minellaas Minella
    Tony Pierce
    • Danas Dan
    Charles Keating
    Charles Keating
    • Klingmanas Klingman
    Robert Wuhl
    Robert Wuhl
    • Oscar Hostas Oscar Host
    Debbie Reynolds
    Debbie Reynolds
    • Debbie Reynoldsas Debbie Reynolds
    Danny Kamin
    Danny Kamin
    • Thuringeras Thuringer
    • (as Daniel Tucker Kamin)
    Ethel Ayler
    Ethel Ayler
    • Emmaas Emma
    • Director
      • Mick Jackson
    • Writer
      • Lawrence Kasdan
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      It was Kevin Costner's idea for Whitney Houston to start "I Will Always Love You" a capella.
    • Goofs
      For a supposedly trained professional, Frank Farmer commits at least two violations of basic weapons safety rules by pointing a loaded weapon at people he doesn't intend to shoot. First when he is discussing security with Henry, Frank points his .45 directly at Henry. Then, during the incident at the cabin, as soon as he chambers a round in his .45, he points it directly in Nicki's face as he tells her to stay still.
    • Quotes

      Sy Spector: Bill said you used to be with the Secret Service.

      Frank: That's right.

      Sy Spector: Ever guard the main man?

      Frank: I was two years with Carter, four with Reagan.

      Sy Spector: Reagan got shot!

      Frank: Not on my shift.

    • Alternate versions
      The BBFC insisted upon a 1 second cut to the UK version, to remove a double earclap, which they view as being easily imitated and very damaging...
    • Connections
      Featured in At the Movies: Steve Martin (1992)
    • Soundtracks
      I Have Nothing
      Written by David Foster and Linda Thompson
      Produced by David Foster
      Performed by Whitney Houston
      Whitney Houston Appears Courtesy of Arista Records, Inc.

    User reviews196

    Review
    Top review
    6/10
    Costner and Houston's chemistry save a bland plot
    A movie/music star who needs protection from a psychotic fan, wow what a concept. And who better to play it than Whitney Houston, a stretch I know.

    The plot is totally disappointing and bland. Luckily the on-screen romance and chemistry from Houston and Costner, along with a great soundtrack, save this film from being a total bust. The love story between Costner and Houston becomes the main driving force, preventing the film from running out of ideas. In the end the romance is what you take away from the film, not the convoluted mystery plot.

    It's enjoyable in the end and I would recommend it. Of course the soundtrack is one of the best and most popular in history with "I Will Always Love You", "Run to You", "I Have Nothing", and "I'm Every Woman."
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    • PortugalOle7
    • Oct 7, 2006

    FAQ1

    • What are the differences between the British BBFC 15 Version and the Uncensored Version?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 25, 1992 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Vệ Sĩ
    • Filming locations
      • Beverly House - 1011 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Kasdan Pictures
      • Tig Productions
      • Warner Bros.
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $25,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $122,046,449
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $16,611,793
      • Nov 29, 1992
    • Gross worldwide
      • $411,046,449
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 9 minutes
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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