The Guardians
Schutzengel
Synopsis
15-year-old Nina witnesses a terrible crime that puts her life in danger. Being an orphan, she has nobody she can trust. When corrupt businessman Thomas Backer sends five killers after Nina, witness protection officer, Max, a former special-forces soldier, is responsible for her safety. They soon overcome their initial distance to find common ground. While on the run from the ruthless Backer, Rudi, one of Max’s former comrades, comes to their rescue – and continues to help the two out of some precarious situations. Even Max’s ex-girlfriend Sara is not just there to help him as a federal prosecutor. Nevertheless, Nina and Max face ever-increasing danger, and soon the teenager is not the only one in need of a guardian angel – Max could use one too.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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SCHUTZENGEL (GUARDIANS) - Official Trailer HD En Sub (Til Schweiger / Barefoot Films)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-07-12
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Til Schweiger
Max Fischer
Luna Schweiger
Nina
Moritz Bleibtreu
Rudi
Karoline Schuch
Sara Müller
Hannah Herzsprung
Helena
Rainer Bock
Karl Falkner
Nina Eichinger
Reporterin
Oliver Korittke
Empfangsmitarbeiter
Heiner Lauterbach
Thomas Backer
Tim Wilde
Nicholas
Axel Stein
Leo
Herbert Knaup
Henri Brietner
Jacob Matschenz
Toni Santer
Kostja Ullmann
Polizist
Katharina Schüttler
Polizistin
Ralph Herforth
Polizist
Jana Reinermann
Anna-Katharina Samsel
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 10, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Til Schweiger
- Screenplay & Story
- Til Schweiger, Paul Maurice, Stephen Butchard
- Original Score
- Martin Todsharow
- Original Title
- Schutzengel
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Production Studios
- Barefoot Films, Warner Bros. Film Productions Germany
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Til Schweiger
Til Schweiger, Paul Maurice, Stephen Butchard
Martin Todsharow
Adrian Cranage
Constantin von Seld
Til Schweiger, Tom Zickler, Paul Maurice
Department Leadership Roster
Til Schweiger
Director
Constantin von Seld
Editor
Til Schweiger
Producer
Tom Zickler
Producer
Paul Maurice
Producer
Til Schweiger
Screenplay
Paul Maurice
Screenplay
Silke Buhr
Production Design
Adrian Cranage
Director of Photography
Martin Todsharow
Original Music Composer
Stephen Butchard
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Guardians
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What is The Guardians about?
15-year-old Nina witnesses a terrible crime that puts her life in danger. Being an orphan, she has nobody she can trust. When corrupt businessman Thomas Backer sends five killers after Nina, witness protection officer, Max, a former special-forces soldier, is responsible for her safety. They soon overcome their initial distance to find common ground. While on the run from the ruthless Backer, Rudi, one of Max’s former comrades, comes to their rescue – and continues to help the two out of some precarious situations. Even Max’s ex-girlfriend Sara is not just there to help him as a federal prosecutor. Nevertheless, Nina and Max face ever-increasing danger, and soon the teenager is not the only one in need of a guardian angel – Max could use one too.
Who directed The Guardians?
The Guardians was directed by Til Schweiger.
Who stars in The Guardians?
The principal cast of The Guardians includes Til Schweiger, Luna Schweiger, Moritz Bleibtreu, Karoline Schuch, Hannah Herzsprung.
When was The Guardians released and how long is it?
The Guardians was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.
Who composed the musical score for The Guardians?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Guardians was composed by Martin Todsharow.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Guardians?
The Guardians holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).