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Guarding Tess

6.019941h 36mPG-13MovieComedyDrama

Doug is a Secret Service Agent who has just completed his stint in charge protecting Tess Carlisle—the widow of a former U.S. President, and a close personal friend of the current President. He finds that she has requested that he not be…

DirectorHugh Wilson
WritersHugh Wilson·PJ Torokvei
ProducersNancy Graham Tanen·Ned Tanen

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Sony Pictures Core Amazon ChannelSony Pictures Core Amazon Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Hugh Wilson

SMShirley MacLaine
Shirley MacLaine
Tess Carlisle
NCNicolas Cage
Nicolas Cage
Doug Chesnic
APAustin Pendleton
Austin Pendleton
Earl
EAEdward Albert
Edward Albert
Barry Carlisle
JRJames Rebhorn
James Rebhorn
Howard Shaeffer
RGRichard Griffiths
Richard Griffiths
Frederick
JRJohn Roselius
John Roselius
Tom Bahlor
DGDavid Graf
David Graf
Lee Danielson
DYDon Yesso
Don Yesso
Ralph Buoncristiani
JL
James Lally
Joe Spector
BHBrant von Hoffman
Brant von Hoffman
Bob Hutcherson
HLHarry Lennix
Harry Lennix
Kenny Young

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Guarding Tess — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Guarding Tess?

Guarding Tess is streaming on Sony Pictures Core in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and CosmoGo. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Guarding Tess on Netflix?

No, Guarding Tess is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Sony Pictures Core.

Is Guarding Tess on Amazon Prime Video?

Guarding Tess isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Canada, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Guarding Tess for free?

Guarding Tess is available on Sony Pictures Core in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.