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Protector (2026)

“Never get between a mother and her child.”

8.4/10 · 602 votes 1h 30m r ActionThriller

#7 of 77 films from 2026 #15 of 2168 in action

Directed by Adrian Grünberg · Written by Mun-Bong Seub

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Overview

Nikki's life is shattered when her daughter is kidnapped. Thrust into the criminal underworld while hunted by cops and military, she must fight to rescue her child.

Cast

Milla Jovovichas Nikki Halstead
Matthew Modineas Colonel Joseph Lavelle
Isabel Myersas Chloe Halstead
D. B. Sweeneyas Captain Michaels
Don Harveyas Sullivan
Gabriel Sloyeras The Chairman
Michael Stahl-Davidas Detective John Blake
Lydia Hullas Detective Alexa Jane
Chase Kimas Detective Jin Woo
Texas Battleas Swat Team Leader Savoy
Brooklyn Sudanoas Detective Keyes
Yoko Hamamuraas Kodera
Manny Montanaas Victor the Butcher
Anthony Xzavier Estradaas Trafficker

Facts

Release dateFebruary 20, 2026
Runtime90 min (1h 30m) — shorter as the 2026 average of 109 min
GenresAction, Thriller
LanguageEN
Box office$1,993,982
IMDbtt34471850

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Questions

How long is Protector?
Protector runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Is Protector worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.4/10 across 602 votes, which places it #7 of 77 films released in 2026 in this index (top 92%) and #15 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Protector?
Protector was directed by Adrian Grünberg. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Get the Gringo (2012), Rambo: Last Blood (2019), The Black Demon (2023).
Who stars in Protector?
Milla Jovovich as Nikki Halstead; Matthew Modine as Colonel Joseph Lavelle; Isabel Myers as Chloe Halstead; D. B. Sweeney as Captain Michaels; Don Harvey as Sullivan; Gabriel Sloyer as The Chairman.
What is Protector rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Protector?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/659830.

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