---
title: "A Matter of Loaf and Death"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-matter-of-loaf-and-death-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 14447
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 30
community_rating: 7.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "G"
---

# A Matter of Loaf and Death (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-matter-of-loaf-and-death-2008

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

A Matter of Loaf and Death is a 2008 family animation, comedy, mystery, and romance film with a runtime of thirty minutes. The story follows Wallace and Gromit as they open a bakery and accidentally become tied up with a murder mystery, leaving Gromit to solve the case by himself when Wallace falls in love.

The film falls under the family, animation, comedy, mystery, and romance genres as categorized by The Movie Database. Its tone and pacing are structured around a compact thirty-minute runtime, offering a blend of lighthearted romance, mystery elements, and comedic animated storytelling suitable for family audiences.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Wallace and Gromit open a bakery and stumble into a dangerous murder mystery."

### Why Watch
- Features family-friendly animation blending comedy, mystery, and romance.
- Follows Wallace and Gromit as they open a new bakery business.
- Includes a plot where Gromit must solve a murder case by himself.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The runtime is limited to thirty minutes.
- Tone & Suitability: It is a thirty-minute family animation combining comedy, mystery, and romance.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #stop-motion-animation, #bakery-setting, #murder-mystery, #romantic-comedy, #family-friendly, #investigative-dog

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/a-matter-of-loaf-and-death-2008#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Nick Park
- **Networks / Studios**: Aardman

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Peter Sallis** as *Wallace (voice)*
- **Sally Lindsay** as *Piella (voice)*
- **Melissa Collier** as *Fluffles (voice)*
- **Sarah Laborde** as *Bake-O-Lite Singer (voice)*
- **Geraldine McEwan** as *Miss Thripp (voice) (uncredited)*
- **Ben Whitehead** as *Bob the Baker (voice) (uncredited)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream A Matter of Loaf and Death?
Streaming availability is not provided in the source material.

### Q: Is A Matter of Loaf and Death worth watching?
It is an animated family comedy and mystery featuring Wallace and Gromit opening a bakery.

### Q: What is the binge duration for A Matter of Loaf and Death?
The film has a runtime of thirty minutes.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch before viewing?
The provided sources do not list television episodes or series requirements for this film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Matter of Loaf and Death — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/14447)
- [A Matter of Life and Death (1946 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Matter_of_Life_and_Death_(1946_film))
- [A Matter of Life and Death (1981) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/119843-a-matter-of-life-and-death/prehled/)
- [A Matter of Life and Death (1981) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/320921-a-matter-of-life-and-death)

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