---
title: "Albatross"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/albatross-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 72842
imdb_id: "tt1541149"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 121
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Albatross (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/albatross-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Albatross is a drama film released in the year 2011 with a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes. The story centers on Beth, a bookish teenager who forms a friendship with a newcomer named Emilia, an aspiring novelist who has recently arrived in town. As the narrative unfolds, Emilia begins an affair with Beth's father, a development that threatens to cause devastating consequences. The film falls under the drama genre and is categorized with a user score on its database listing, where it is also associated with the promotional tagline of beautiful, smart, talented, and trouble.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, Sundance Now | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Niall MacCormick
- **Networks / Studios**: Isle of Man Film, CinemaNX

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jessica Brown Findlay** as *Emelia*
- **Harry Treadaway** as *Jake*
- **Josef Altin** as *Dave*
- **Felicity Jones** as *Beth Fischer*
- **Julia Ormond** as *Joa*
- **Justin Edwards** as *Policeman*
- **Sebastian Koch** as *Jonathan*
- **Peter Vaughan** as *Grandpa*
- **Hazel Douglas** as *Granny*
- **Thomas Brodie-Sangster** as *Mark*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Albatross online?
Albatross is currently available to watch or stream on Philo, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, Sundance Now. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Albatross worth watching?
Albatross holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 121 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Albatross and when was it released?
Albatross is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2011. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Albatross?
Albatross was directed by Niall MacCormick.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Albatross — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/72842)
- [Albatross - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albatross)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*