On Guard
"Some things are worth dying for"
Originally released in 1997. On Guard is a adventure/action film. directed by Philippe de Broca. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Daniel Auteuil, Fabrice Luchini, and Vincent Perez
Synopsis
France, 17th century, during the reign of Louis XIII. When a dear friend, the Duke of Nevers, is treacherously assassinated by a powerful relative, a skilled swordsman, the noble Henri de Lagardère, seeks his rightful vengeance as he tries to protect the innocent life of the duke's last heir.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 3, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
2h 8m
128 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (201 votes)
Budget
$30M
Production budget
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
Daniel Auteuil
as Lagardère
Fabrice Luchini
as Count Gonzague
Vincent Perez
as Duke of Nevers
Marie Gillain
as Aurore de Nevers
Yann Collette
as Peyrolles
Jean-François Stévenin
as Cocardasse
Didier Pain
as Passepoil
Claire Nebout
as Blanche de Caylus
Philippe Noiret
as Duke Philippe d'Orléans
Charlie Nelson
as Esope
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
- Budget
- $30,000,000
Production Companies
- Cecchi Gori Group Tiger Cinematografica
- Alicéléo
- Canal+
- TF1 Films Production
- Gemini Filmproduktion
- Prima Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is On Guard about?
France, 17th century, during the reign of Louis XIII. When a dear friend, the Duke of Nevers, is treacherously assassinated by a powerful relative, a skilled swordsman, the noble Henri de Lagardèr...
Who directed On Guard?
On Guard was directed by Philippe de Broca.
How long is On Guard?
On Guard has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).
When was On Guard released?
On Guard was released on December 3, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in On Guard?
The main cast of On Guard includes Daniel Auteuil, Fabrice Luchini, Vincent Perez, Marie Gillain, Yann Collette.
Is On Guard worth watching?
On Guard has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 201 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.