---
title: "Black Adam"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/black-adam-2022"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 436270
imdb_id: "tt6443346"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 125
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 7106
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Black Adam (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Black Adam is a 2022 American superhero film based on the DC Comics character Teth-Adam / Black Adam. It stars Dwayne Johnson as the title character and is directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. The movie is classified as an action, adventure, and science fiction film with a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes. Black Adam was released in the US and has a PG-13 rating. The story follows the character Black Adam, who was bestowed with the powers of the Egyptian gods nearly 5,000 years ago. After being imprisoned, Black Adam is freed from his earthly tomb and is ready to unleash his unique form of justice on the modern world. The film features a lead performance by Dwayne Johnson, which has been described as remarkable. Black Adam has been reviewed by critics, including those at Roger Ebert, who have provided their assessment of the movie.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An ancient figure with godlike powers awakens to seek justice in the modern world."

### Why Watch
- high-stakes action sequences
- exploration of a powerful anti-hero

### Caveats & Content Note
- intense violence
- complex moral themes
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains sequences of intense action and violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, superhero, intense, mythological

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, TNT, TBS, tru TV, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jaume Collet-Serra
- **Networks / Studios**: New Line Cinema, Flynn Picture Company, DC Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dwayne Johnson** as *Black Adam / Teth Adam*
- **Aldis Hodge** as *Hawkman / Carter Hall*
- **Noah Centineo** as *Atom Smasher / Al Rothstein*
- **Sarah Shahi** as *Adrianna Tomaz*
- **Quintessa Swindell** as *Cyclone / Maxine Hunkel*
- **Marwan Kenzari** as *Ishmael / Sabbac / King Ahk-Ton*
- **Mo Amer** as *Karim*
- **Bodhi Sabongui** as *Amon Tomaz*
- **Pierce Brosnan** as *Dr. Fate / Kent Nelson*
- **James Cusati-Moyer** as *Samir*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is Black Adam, an ancient figure bestowed with the powers of Egyptian gods.

### Q: When was Black Adam imprisoned?
He was imprisoned nearly 5,000 years ago.

### Q: What happens to Black Adam?
He is freed from his earthly tomb after being imprisoned for millennia.

### Q: What is Black Adam seeking?
He seeks to unleash his own form of justice on the modern world.

### Q: What is the source of his power?
His power comes from the almighty gods of Egypt.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Black Adam — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/436270)
- [Black Adam (film)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Adam_(film))
- [Black Adam movie review & film summary (2022) | Roger Ebert](http://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/black-adam-movie-review-2022)

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