Guardian, The
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!"
Directed by
Andrew Davis
Cast
Kevin Costner - Ben Randall
Ashton Kutcher - Jake Fischer
Neal McDonough - Jack Skinner
Melissa Sagemiller - Emily Thomas
Clancy Brown - Captain William "Bill" Hadley
Brian Geraghty - Hodge
Sela Ward - Helen Randall
Omari Hardwick - Carl Billings
Peter Gail - Danny Doran
Production Co.
ContraFilm
Beacon Pictures
Firm Films
Produced by
Armyan Bernstein
Charlie Lyons
Zanne Devine
Studio
Touchstone Pictures
Writer
Ron L Brinkerhoff
Music
Paul Linford
