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Lifeguard

1976-07-23 · 96 min · ★ 6.1

Comedy · Drama

Rick is a Los Angeles County lifeguard who is in his thirties. At his 15-year high school reunion, he sees his old girlfriend who is now a divorced mother. After falling in love with her, Rick considers changing his career and lifestyle.

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Directors
Daniel Petrie
Production companies
Paramount Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 900,000
Revenue
USD 5,400,000

Top Cast

Sam ElliottSam ElliottRick Carlson
Stephen YoungStephen YoungLarry
Anne ArcherAnne ArcherCathy
Parker StevensonParker StevensonChris Randall
Kathleen QuinlanKathleen QuinlanWendy
Sharon ClarkSharon ClarkTina
Steve BurnsMachine Gun
Lenka PetersonLenka PetersonMrs. Carlson
George D. WallaceGeorge D. WallaceMr. Carlson
Paul KentPaul KentJack Gilmore
Susan AndersonSandy
Beatrice ColenBeatrice ColenJudy
Linda GillenLinda GillenDell
Jody GilbertJody GilbertWoman
Russ MarinRuss MarinVoyeur
Allan GruenerMr. Reisman
James BeachDrunk
James D. GrahamCompetition Announcer
Oaky MillerClass President
Larry MitchellPete

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