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title: "A Hard Problem"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-hard-problem-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 805686
imdb_id: "tt11080042"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 109
community_rating: 4.5
vote_count: 6
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# A Hard Problem (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-hard-problem-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "A Hard Problem" (2021).
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Title: A Hard Problem
Year: 2021
Release Date: 03/20/2021 (US)
Genres: Science Fiction and Drama
Runtime: 1h 49m
Director: Hazart
Cast: Johnny Berchtold, Catherine Haena Kim, Jennifer Hasty, Gavin Warren
Plot:
After the death of his mother, Ian must pack up the family home.
A strained relationship between him and his sister leads Ian to discover there are complicated circumstances behind the life he didn't realize he was living.
Ian struggles to reconnect with his estranged sister.
With the help of a stranger, Ian processes his past and comes to terms with his future.
Described as "A human story about artificial life."
Draft 1 (Mental Outline):
        A Hard Problem is a 2021 science fiction and drama film

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Hoopla | YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: hazart
- **Networks / Studios**: Anchor Stone Productions, Point+Drop Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Johnny Berchtold** as *Ian*
- **Catherine Haena Kim** as *Olivia*
- **Jennifer Hasty** as *Lisa*
- **Victoria Gabrielle Platt** as *Meg*
- **Gavin Warren** as *Young Ian*
- **Jennifer Pierce Mathus** as *Mary*
- **Tacey Adams** as *Mary*
- **Reatha Grey** as *Jane*
- **Tarina Pouncy** as *Doctor*
- **Jim Rigsby** as *Doctor*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Hard Problem online?
A Hard Problem is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Hard Problem worth watching?
A Hard Problem holds a community rating of 4.5/10 based on 6 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Science Fiction, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Hard Problem and when was it released?
A Hard Problem is a feature film with a runtime of 109 minutes. It was released in 2021. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Hard Problem?
A Hard Problem was directed by hazart.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Hard Problem — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/805686)
- [A Hard Problem (2021) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/805686-a-hard-problem)
- [A Hard Problem (2021) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11080042/)
- [A Hard Problem (2021) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/a-hard-problem/credits)
- [A Hard Problem - Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/a_hard_problem)

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