---
title: "Behind the Curve"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/behind-the-curve-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 520777
imdb_id: "tt8132700"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 324
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Behind the Curve (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/behind-the-curve-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Behind the Curve is a 2018 documentary film directed by Daniel J. Clark that examines the growing worldwide community of flat Earth believers in the United States. The film focuses on individuals who defend the belief that the Earth is flat and who believe there is a conspiracy to suppress this truth, even while living in a society that vehemently rejects their claims.

The documentary features real flat Earthers including Mark K. Sargent, Patti Sargent, Hannalore Gerling-Dunsmore, and Joe Pierre. Following its initial United States release on November 15, 2018, the film received a wide release on Netflix in February 2019, providing viewers with an in-depth look at this unique contemporary belief system.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Explore the growing worldwide community of theorists who defend the belief that the Earth is flat."

### Why Watch
- Directed by Daniel J. Clark.
- Features real flat Earth believers such as Mark K. Sargent, Patti Sargent, Hannalore Gerling-Dunsmore, and Joe Pierre.
- Explores a growing worldwide community of theorists defending the belief that the Earth is flat while living in a society that vehemently rejects it.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It focuses on flat Earth believers, which may not appeal to viewers uninterested in this subject matter.
- Tone & Suitability: As a documentary film released in 2018, it explores the subject matter in a factual and documentary format with a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #flat-earth, #documentary, #conspiracy-theories, #social-phenomenon, #contemporary-culture, #belief-systems, #societal-rejection

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Daniel J. Clark
- **Networks / Studios**: Delta-v Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mark K. Sargent** as *Self*
- **Jeran Campanella** as *Self*
- **Robbie Davidson** as *Self*
- **Hannalore Gerling-Dunsmore** as *Self*
- **Lamar Glover** as *Self*
- **Stephen Hagberg** as *Self*
- **Brian Hickey** as *Self*
- **Scott Kelly** as *Self*
- **Jimmy Kimmel** as *Self*
- **Bob Knodel** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Behind the Curve?
The film was given a wide release on Netflix in February 2019 following its initial United States release on November 15, 2018.

### Q: Is Behind the Curve worth watching?
It offers an insightful documentary look directed by Daniel J. Clark into the real flat Earth community and individuals like Mark K. Sargent.

### Q: What is the binge duration?
The documentary has a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes and can be viewed in a single sitting.

### Q: What are the essential episodes?
Behind the Curve is a standalone feature-length documentary film rather than an episodic television series.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Behind the Curve — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/520777)
- [Behind the Curve - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behind_the_Curve)
- [Behind the Curve (2018) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/520777-behind-the-curve/cast)
- [Behind the Curve (2018) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8132700/)

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