---
title: "A Short History of Decay"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-short-history-of-decay-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 251987
imdb_id: "tt2265050"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 13
content_rating: "R"
---

# A Short History of Decay (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-short-history-of-decay-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

A Short History of Decay is a film first released in 2014. Catalogued under Comedy, Drama. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael Maren

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Emmanuelle Chriqui** as *Erika Bryce*
- **Bryan Greenberg** as *Nathan*
- **Harris Yulin** as *Bob Fisher*
- **Kathleen Rose Perkins** as *Shelly*
- **Rebecca Dayan** as *Alex*
- **Linda Lavin** as *Sandy Fisher*
- **Nicholas Pryor** as *The Man in White*
- **Benjamin King** as *Jack Fisher*
- **Myke Holmes** as *Ken*
- **Michael Maren** as *Auto Service Manager*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Short History of Decay online?
A Short History of Decay is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Short History of Decay worth watching?
A Short History of Decay holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 13 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Short History of Decay and when was it released?
A Short History of Decay is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 2014. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Short History of Decay?
A Short History of Decay was directed by Michael Maren.

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