---
title: "Brick"
year: 2025
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/brick-2025"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1425045
imdb_id: "tt31806049"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 753
content_rating: "R"
---

# Brick (2025) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/brick-2025

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Brick is a production centered on the residents of an apartment building who face an unexpected and dangerous situation. The narrative begins when a mysterious brick wall is constructed overnight, completely enclosing the structure and trapping those inside. As the residents realize they are confined, the story follows two characters named Tim and Olivia. In order to survive the ordeal, Tim and Olivia are forced to set aside their differences and coordinate with their wary neighbors. The group must work together to find a way to escape the building alive before the situation escalates further. The plot focuses on the tension between the residents and the collective effort required to overcome the sudden physical barrier. By uniting against the threat posed by the wall, the characters attempt to navigate the crisis and secure their safety. The film examines how the inhabitants respond to their sudden imprisonment and the collaborative actions they take to reach freedom.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A sudden brick wall traps an apartment, forcing strangers to cooperate for survival."

### Why Watch
- Intriguing high‑concept premise of an impossible barrier
- Tight 1h 39m runtime maintains suspense
- Blend of thriller tension with sci‑fi elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- The confined setting may feel repetitive for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains suspenseful, intense scenes and is best suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: claustrophobic, tense, sci‑fi thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Philip Koch
- **Networks / Studios**: Leonine Studios, Nocturna Productions, Wiedemann & Berg Television

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Matthias Schweighöfer** as *Tim*
- **Ruby O. Fee** as *Olivia*
- **Frederick Lau** as *Marvin*
- **Salber Lee Williams** as *Ana*
- **Murathan Muslu** as *Yuri*
- **Sira-Anna Faal** as *Lea*
- **Axel Werner** as *Oswalt*
- **Alexander Beyer** as *Friedman*
- **Josef Berousek** as *Anton*
- **Daniele Rizzo** as *Peter*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is Brick about?
Brick follows Tim and Olivia as a mysterious brick wall encloses their apartment building, and they must unite with neighbors to escape.

### Q: Who are the central characters?
The story centers on Tim and Olivia, who lead the effort to get out alive.

### Q: What genre does Brick belong to?
Brick is classified as a thriller and science‑fiction film.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour and 39 minutes.

### Q: When was Brick released?
Brick was released in the United States on July 10, 2025.

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