The Old Guard (2020)
Kernel Score: 81% · 4,707 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Action, Fantasy
Released: 2020-07-09
Runtime: 125 minutes
Is The Old Guard worth watching?
Worth watching. A solid, character-first action film about immortal mercenaries who are tired of living. The fights are good and the cast is strong, though the story feels like a set-up for more.
Watch it if you
- like grounded superhero-style action
- enjoy stories about weary, long-lived heroes
- want strong female-led action
Skip it if you
- want a big finale; it's more setup than payoff
- dislike R-rated violence
Best for: Solo night in
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Old Guard
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Four undying warriors who've secretly protected humanity for centuries become targeted for their mysterious powers just as they discover a new immortal.
The Old Guard parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Old Guard is an R-rated action-fantasy about immortal mercenary warriors targeted for their powers.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — R-rated action film centered on immortal mercenaries in frequent lethal combat.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like The Old Guard
If you liked The Old Guard, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Logan (2017) — 88%: Another weary, bruised hero story with real emotion
- Extraction (2020) — 82%: Hard-hitting mercenary action with dense fight scenes
- The Woman King (2022) — 86%: Strong female-led warrior epic
- Deadpool (2016) — 87%: Violent, funny comic-book action
- Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021) — 86%: Martial-arts-led comic-book adventure
- Black Panther (2018) — 83%: Comic-book story with strong character focus
Director
Cast
- Charlize Theron as Andromache of Scythia / Andy
- KiKi Layne as Nile Freeman
- Veronica Ngo as Quynh
- Matthias Schoenaerts as Sebastien Le Livre / Booker
- Marwan Kenzari as Yusuf Al-Kaysani / Joe
- Luca Marinelli as Nicolò di Genova / Nicky
- Chiwetel Ejiofor as Copley
- Harry Melling as Merrick
- Natacha Karam as Dizzy
- Anamaria Marinca as Dr. Meta Kozak
The Old Guard FAQ
Is The Old Guard worth watching?
Worth watching. A solid, character-first action film about immortal mercenaries who are tired of living. The fights are good and the cast is strong, though the story feels like a set-up for more.
Where can I watch The Old Guard?
In the US you can stream The Old Guard on Netflix.
Is The Old Guard OK for kids?
The Old Guard is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Old Guard is an R-rated action-fantasy about immortal mercenary warriors targeted for their powers.
What movies are like The Old Guard?
If you liked The Old Guard, try Logan, Extraction, The Woman King and Deadpool.