The Guardian

Also Known As: The Guardsman

Production Status: Released

Logline: A famed Coast Guard Rescue swimmer is re-assigned to teach at the legendary Coast Guard “A” School and inspires one cocky rookie to learn the true meaning of heroism and sacrifice.

Genres: Action/Adventure and Drama

Running Time: 2 hrs. 19 min.

Release Date: September 29th, 2006 (wide)

MPAA Rating: PG-13 for intense sequences of action/peril, brief strong language and some sensuality.

Distributors: Buena Vista Pictures Distribution

Production Co.: Beacon Communications, Firm Films, ContraFilm

Studios: Touchstone Pictures

Financiers: Co-Financier: Beacon Communications

Filming Locations: Shreveport, Louisiana, USA

Produced in: United States

After losing his crew in a fatal crash, legendary Rescue Swimmer, Ben Randall, is sent to teach at "A" School, an elite training program for Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers.

Wrestling with the loss of his crew members, he throws himself into teaching, turning the program upside down with his unorthodox training methods. While there, he encounters a young, cocky swim champ, Jake Fischer, who is driven to be the best. During training, Randall helps mold Jake's character, combining his raw talent with the heart and dedication required of a Rescue Swimmer. Upon graduation, Jake follows Randall to Kodiak, Alaska, where they face the inherent dangers of the Bering Sea. In his initial solo rescue, Jake learns firsthand from Randall, the true meaning of heroism and sacrifice, echoing the Swimmer's motto--"So Others May Live!"