EPISODETGThe Guards2010
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The Guards
From Jack Taylor
A 85-minute series premiere episode from Jack Taylor, Season 1, Episode 1.
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Series Progress: Episode 2 of 922% Completed
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This exciting feature length TV movie is the first in a series of Jack Taylor novels brought to the screen in part by TV3. It follows the exploits of tough ex cop Jack Taylor, played brilliantly by renowned Scottish actor Iain Glen (Law and Order, Tara Road and Resident Evil). When Jack is asked to find a distraught mother's missing daughter, he uncovers the seedy underbelly of Galway City. Adding to his woes, an old friend dies under mysterious circumstances, everything Jack believes in begins to unravel making him question even those closest to him. Starring Iain Glen, Nora-Jane Noone & Aine Ni Mhuiri.
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FAQ
How long is The Guards?
The Guards runs for 1h 25m for this episode.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of episode is this?
It is tagged under series premiere, Crime, season premiere, adaptation.
How big is the series commitment?
This series currently shows 9 episodes across 3 seasons.
Series Binge Profile
Total Content Density: 13 hours 29 minutes (9 episodes)
Intensity Rating: Relaxed Watch Easy viewing. Perfect for casual watches.
Binge Milestones
1 episode/day: 9 days
3 episodes/day: 3 days
5 episodes/day: 2 days
Episodes (9)
- - Headstone
- S01E01 - The Guards Viewing
- S01E02 - The Pikemen
- S01E03 - The Magdalene Martyrs
- S02E01 - The Dramatist
- S02E02 - The Priest
- S02E03 - Shot Down
- S03E01 - Blood Cross
- S03E03 - Purgatory
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