A member who struggles deeply with the loneliness of immortality. Themes & Critical Reception
Their secret is exposed when a former CIA operative, Copley, and a ruthless pharmaceutical CEO, Merrick, attempt to capture and monetize their DNA to "cure" death.
The film is noted for being one of the first major action movies to feature out gay superheroes with a romantic subplot central to the narrative. Sequel Information Title: The Old Guard 2 Release Date: July 2, 2025 Director: Victoria Mahoney The Old Guard (2020)
Led by Andy (Andromache of Scythia), the group possesses extraordinary healing powers and an inability to die—though they never know exactly when this "gift" will suddenly vanish.
The first film ends with the return of Quynh , a long-lost immortal who spent 500 years trapped in an iron maiden at the bottom of the ocean. The Old Guard (2020) A member who struggles deeply with the loneliness
Reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes and The Spool praised the film for its purposeful, hand-to-hand combat and lack of "shaky cam".
(2020) is a superhero action film directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood that follows a secret group of immortal mercenaries who have spent centuries protecting humanity . Based on the comic book series by Greg Rucka, the film focuses on the burden of eternal life and the struggle to remain hidden in the digital age. Core Premise & Plot Sequel Information Title: The Old Guard 2 Release
The newest immortal, who provides a fresh perspective and helps Andy reconnect with her humanity.