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The Old Guard
Gina Prince-Bythewood · Film · 2020
What hooked you in The Old Guard is the way that centuries of survival turn extraordinary power into a profound personal burden.
Books on the same thread
Last Guard
Nalini Singh · Book · 2021
Shares a thread with The Old Guard: Urban fantasy.
Like the immortals in The Old Guard, the characters here navigate a world defined by their unique status, capturing the same tension between isolation and the search for connection.
Ender's Game
Orson Scott Card · Book · 2013
Explores: Child Soldiers, Alien Invasion, Moral Ambiguity.
If you appreciated the tactical, high-stakes battles in The Old Guard, you will recognize the same weight of moral responsibility and sacrifice in this intense military-focused narrative.
The Keep
F. Paul Wilson · Book · 2000
Explores: Ancient Evil, Nazi Occultism, Good vs Evil.
The Old Guard explores the clash between ancient entities and modern conflict, a dynamic mirrored perfectly in this story where a terrifying, timeless evil confronts a modern military squad.
Gifts
Ursula K. Le Guin · Book · 2004
Explores: magical abilities, inherited power, moral responsibility.
Just as The Old Guard examines the toll of living with extraordinary abilities, this story dives into the heavy moral consequences and psychological costs inherited by those with dangerous gifts.
Series on the same thread
Goblin
Kim Eun-sook · Series · 2016
Explores: Immortal Being, Fate vs. Free Will, Forbidden Love.
Much like the weary warriors in The Old Guard, the protagonist here grapples with the exhausting, long-term reality of an immortal life and the search for meaning across centuries.
The Originals
Julie Plec · Series · 2013
Shares a thread with The Old Guard: Urban fantasy.
Fans of the tight-knit, supernaturally gifted group in The Old Guard will enjoy watching the Mikaelson family navigate centuries of history, power struggles, and their own unbreakable internal loyalties.
The Witcher
Lauren Schmidt Hissrich · Series · 2019
Explores: Destiny vs. Free Will, Moral Ambiguity, Prejudice and Discrimination.
The Old Guard features a protagonist walking a path of moral ambiguity, a trait Geralt shares as he navigates a world that is often more dangerous than the monsters he hunts.
The Umbrella Academy
Steve Blackman · Series · 2019
Explores: Dysfunctional Family, Apocalypse, Superpowers.
If you enjoyed the dynamic of a found family of super-powered individuals in The Old Guard, you will find a similarly dysfunctional but deeply bonded group in this series.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Truth
The Truth · Podcast · 2026
Explores: human condition, experimental storytelling, moral ambiguity.
The Old Guard uses its supernatural premise to explore the human condition; this podcast series applies that same focus, delivering concise, cinematic stories that examine life from unexpected angles.
Myths and Legends
Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, Nextpod · Podcast · 2026
Explores: cultural origins, archetypal storytelling, human condition.
The Old Guard is rooted in the legacy of ancient warriors, and this podcast offers a deeper look at the foundational myths and archetypal heroes that shaped our world.
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Common questions
Is The Old Guard about a group of immortal warriors?
Yes, The Old Guard follows four undying warriors who have secretly protected humanity for centuries. The story focuses on their struggle as they are targeted for their mysterious powers while simultaneously discovering a new immortal.
What is the central conflict in The Old Guard?
The central conflict in The Old Guard arises when the group of immortal warriors is targeted by outside forces seeking to exploit their mysterious powers. This threat coincides with the emergence of a new immortal, complicating their long-standing mission to protect humanity.
How long have the warriors in The Old Guard been protecting humanity?
The warriors featured in The Old Guard have been secretly protecting humanity for centuries. Their longevity and mysterious powers define their existence as they operate in the shadows throughout history until they face a direct threat to their survival.
Does The Old Guard feature a new immortal character?
Yes, The Old Guard includes the discovery of a new immortal. This event occurs just as the established group of four undying warriors finds themselves targeted by enemies who are aware of their mysterious and ancient abilities.