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title: "Assholes: A Theory"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/assholes-a-theory-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 590191
imdb_id: "tt10011682"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 82
community_rating: 4.0
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "NR"
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# Assholes: A Theory (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/assholes-a-theory-2019

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Title: Assholes: A Theory.
Year: 2019.
Genre: Documentary.
Director: John Walker.
Origin: Canadian documentary film.
Based on: Aaron James's 2012 non-fiction book of the same name (New York Times bestseller).
Subject matter: Investigates the breeding grounds of contemporary "asshole culture" and explores the prevalence of self-centred asshole behaviour in contemporary society. It looks for signs of civility in a rude and nasty universe.
Locations/Environments mentioned: Ivy League frat clubs, Silicon Valley, and international finance.
Themes/Context: Social media, resurgent authoritarianism, and rampant narcissism.
Runtime: 1h 22m.
US Release Date: 03/20/2020.
Production: John Walker Productions.

    Assholes: A Theory is a 2019 Canadian documentary film directed by John Walker

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John Walker
- **Networks / Studios**: John Walker Productions, ONF | NFB, Documentary Channel

## Key Cast Continuity

- **John Cleese** as *Himself*
- **Vladimir Luxuria** as *Herself*
- **Geoffrey Nunberg** as *Himself*
- **Mary Sarnataro** as *Herself*
- **Edoardo Albinati** as *Himself*
- **Bill Emmott** as *Himself*
- **Lorella Zanardo** as *Herself*
- **Sherry Lee Benson-Podolchuk** as *Herself*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Assholes: A Theory worth watching?
Assholes: A Theory holds a community rating of 4.0/10 based on 3 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Assholes: A Theory and when was it released?
Assholes: A Theory is a feature film with a runtime of 82 minutes. It was released in 2019. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Assholes: A Theory?
Assholes: A Theory was directed by John Walker.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Assholes: A Theory — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/590191)
- [Assholes: A Theory (2019) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10011682/fullcredits/)
- [Assholes: A Theory (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assholes:_A_Theory_(film))
- [Assholes: A Theory (2019) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/590191-assholes-a-theory/cast)
- [Assholes: A Theory](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/)
- [Assholes: A Theory | John Walker Productions](https://johnwalkerproductions.com/portfolio/assholes/)

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