---
title: "Beast"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/beast-2022"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 828751
imdb_id: "tt14825950"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 16
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 44
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Beast (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/beast-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Beast" is a 2022 film inspired by real events. The movie follows a secret police agent in a military dictatorship in Chile, focusing on her life and relationship with her surroundings. The film explores the agent's connection with her dog, her physical body, her fears, and her frustrations, which ultimately reveal a darker aspect of her mental state and the country she lives in. The movie delves into the psychological effects of living under a repressive regime, highlighting the emotional toll it takes on individuals. Through the agent's experiences, the film provides a glimpse into the complexities of life under a military dictatorship in Chile, shedding light on the human cost of such a system.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A widowed father and his two daughters fight for survival against a rogue lion in South Africa."

### Why Watch
- features heart-pounding action
- delivers edge-of-your-seat tension

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains intense survival horror elements
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated R and contains intense sequences of action and horror.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intense, suspenseful, thrilling

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Kanopy | Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Hugo Covarrubias
- **Networks / Studios**: Trébol 3, Maleza Estudio

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Baltasar Kormakur.

### Q: Who stars in the movie?
The film stars Idris Elba, Iyana Halley, Leah Jeffries, and Sharlto Copley.

### Q: What is the premise?
A recently widowed man and his two teenage daughters are stalked by a bloodthirsty lion while visiting a game reserve.

### Q: What genre is this film?
It is a survival action horror film with elements of drama and suspense.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of one hour and 33 minutes.

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