---
title: "Broadcast Signal Intrusion"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/broadcast-signal-intrusion-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 795518
imdb_id: "tt11151336"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 104
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 101
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Broadcast Signal Intrusion (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/broadcast-signal-intrusion-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Broadcast Signal Intrusion is a 2021 horror, mystery, and thriller film directed by Jacob Gentry and starring Harry Shum Jr., Kelley Mack, Chris Sullivan, and Michael B. Woods. The story follows a video archivist in the late 90s who unearths a series of sinister pirate broadcasts and becomes obsessed with uncovering the dark conspiracy behind them.

The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes and was released in the US on October 22, 2021. It focuses on the psychological and investigative descent of its main character as he delves deeper into the unsettling mystery of the intercepted television signals.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A video archivist unearths sinister pirate broadcasts and becomes obsessed with uncovering a dark conspiracy."

### Why Watch
- Features a gripping mystery involving sinister pirate broadcasts.
- Stars Harry Shum Jr., Kelley Mack, and Chris Sullivan.
- Directed by Jacob Gentry with a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Viewers seeking fast-paced action might find the premise's obsessive investigation slow-moving.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is chilling and mysterious, fitting the horror, mystery, and thriller genres.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #late-90s, #video-archivist, #pirate-broadcasts, #dark-conspiracy, #horror-mystery-thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jacob Gentry
- **Networks / Studios**: Queensbury Pictures, Dark Sky Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Harry Shum Jr.** as *James*
- **Kelley Mack** as *Alice*
- **Chris Sullivan** as *Phreaker*
- **Michael B. Woods** as *MacAlister*
- **Arif Yampolsky** as *Chester*
- **Richard Cotovsky** as *Brad*
- **Steve Pringle** as *Dr. Stuart Lithgow*
- **Justin Welborn** as *Michael*
- **Jennifer Jelsema** as *Nora*
- **Anthony E. Cabral** as *Group Sharer*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Broadcast Signal Intrusion?
Streaming availability can vary, but platforms such as Plex list the 2021 film for streaming.

### Q: Is Broadcast Signal Intrusion worth watching?
It is a well-received horror, mystery, and thriller directed by Jacob Gentry that features a compelling late 90s conspiracy plot.

### Q: What is the binge duration?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch first?
No, Broadcast Signal Intrusion is a feature film rather than a television series.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Broadcast Signal Intrusion — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/795518)
- [Broadcast Signal Intrusion (2021) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11151336/)
- [Broadcast Signal Intrusion (2021) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/795518-broadcast-signal-intrusion/cast)
- [Watch Broadcast Signal Intrusion (2021) Full Movie Online](https://watch.plex.tv/)
- [Broadcast signal intrusion - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broadcast_signal_intrusion)

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