---
title: "Archive"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/archive-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 606234
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 109
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Archive (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/archive-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Archive is a film first released in 2020. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Independent, Hero Squared, Head Gear Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A grieving scientist builds a human‑like AI to cheat death."

### Why Watch
- Theo James leads the cast
- Thought‑provoking blend of AI and emotion
- Atmospheric visual style

### Caveats & Content Note
- As a directorial debut, some scenes feel raw
- Tone & Suitability: The film explores grief and existential themes, making it suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: sci‑fi, drama, thriller, philosophical, slow‑burn

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/archive-2020#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gavin Rothery
- **Networks / Studios**: Independent, Hero Squared, Head Gear Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Theo James** as *George Almore*
- **Stacy Martin** as *Jules Almore / J3 / J2 (voice)*
- **Rhona Mitra** as *Simone*
- **Peter Ferdinando** as *Tagg*
- **Lia Williams** as *House (voice)*
- **Toby Jones** as *Vincent Sinclair*
- **Richard Glover** as *Melvin*
- **Hans Peterson** as *Elson*
- **Hadisha Sovetova** as *Waitress*
- **Imre Csók** as *Android*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main character's goal?
George Almore aims to create a human‑equivalent AI while secretly hoping to reunite with his deceased wife.

### Q: When is the film set?
The story takes place in the year 2038.

### Q: Who directed the film?
Archive is written and directed by Gavin Rothery, marking his directorial debut.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
The cast includes Theo James, Stacy Martin, Rhona Mitra, Peter Ferdinando, Timea Maday Kinga, and Toby Jones.

### Q: What genres describe the film?
It is classified as science fiction, drama, and thriller.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Archive — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/606234)
- [Archive (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archive_(film))

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