Top 10 Bodyguard Action Films

Description: Bruce Willis plays a washed-up private eye who teams up with a former NFL player, played by Damon Wayans, to protect a stripper with information that could bring down a corrupt politician. It's a classic action buddy film with bodyguard elements.

Fact: The screenplay was written by Shane Black, known for his work on "Lethal Weapon."

Description: This film is a cornerstone of bodyguard cinema, featuring Kevin Costner as a former Secret Service agent tasked with protecting a superstar singer, played by Whitney Houston. It's not just about the action; the film's romantic subplot and iconic soundtrack make it a unique entry in this genre.

Fact: Whitney Houston's performance of "I Will Always Love You" became one of the best-selling singles of all time.

Description: Jet Li stars as a retired security expert hired to protect a wealthy businesswoman in Hong Kong. The film blends martial arts with bodyguard duties, showcasing Li's incredible fighting skills.

Fact: This film marked Jet Li's first collaboration with director Corey Yuen, leading to several more successful projects together.

Description: Geena Davis plays a schoolteacher who discovers she's actually a former assassin. Her bodyguard, played by Samuel L. Jackson, helps her navigate her past while protecting her from those who want her dead. It's a mix of action, amnesia, and intrigue.

Fact: The film was directed by Renny Harlin, known for his work on action films like "Die Hard

Description: Chow Yun-fat stars as a hitman who decides to protect a forger, played by Mira Sorvino, instead of killing her. The film showcases intense action scenes and the bond between protector and protected.

Fact: This was one of the first Hollywood films to star Chow Yun-fat, bringing his Hong Kong action style to a broader audience.

Description: Denzel Washington stars as a former CIA operative turned bodyguard in Mexico City, whose mission becomes a quest for vengeance when his young charge is kidnapped. The film's gritty realism and Washington's intense performance make it a standout.

Fact: The film is based on a novel by A.J. Quinnell, which was inspired by real-life events.

Description: Tony Jaa plays a young Thai fighter who travels to Australia to rescue two stolen elephants. His journey involves protecting his charge and engaging in spectacular martial arts battles.

Fact: The film features some of the most impressive stunt work in action cinema.

Description: Jason Statham stars as a professional assassin who trains his late mentor's son, played by Ben Foster, in the art of killing. While not strictly a bodyguard film, the dynamic between mentor and apprentice mirrors bodyguard themes.

Fact: This is a remake of the 1972 film of the same name, starring Charles Bronson.

Description: John Travolta plays a rogue CIA agent who recruits a low-level operative, played by Jonathan Rhys Meyers, to act as his bodyguard in Paris. The film combines espionage with high-octane action sequences.

Fact: The film was directed by Pierre Morel, who also directed "Taken."

Description: Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson star in this buddy action-comedy where a top-notch bodyguard must protect a notorious hitman on his way to testify at the International Court of Justice. The film is filled with humor, action, and unexpected twists.

Fact: The movie was a box office success, leading to a sequel, "The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard."