---
title: "Catalyst"
year: 2025
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/catalyst-2025"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1442033
imdb_id: "tt6928892"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 30
content_rating: "R"
---

# Catalyst (2025) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Catalyst" (2025).
Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
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Title: Catalyst
Year: 2025
Release Date: 02/11/2025 (US)
Rating: R
Genres: Drama, Thriller, Science Fiction
Runtime: 1h 36m
Plot: Seven men are abducted and held by mysterious masked captors. As the mystery behind their captivity unfolds, they must decide their path: choose one of them to die, or take the leap of faith there may be another way out to save them all.
Tagline: YOU HAVE BEEN CHOSEN
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        Catalyst is a 2025 film categorized as a drama, thriller, and science fiction movie. Released in the US on February 11, 2025, the film has a runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes and carries an R rating. The story follows seven men who are abducted and held by mysterious masked captors. As the mystery regarding their captivity unfolds,

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Christopher Folkens
- **Networks / Studios**: Mystic Films, Exertion Films, Redbird Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Michael Roark** as *Alek O'Connor*
- **David Bianchi** as *Castor Ramirez*
- **Noel Gugliemi** as *Kevin Lozano*
- **Melanie Liburd** as *The Architect*
- **Patrick Kilpatrick** as *Father Patrick Briar*
- **Jermaine Love** as *Professor Darren Cartwright*
- **Chris Michael Wood** as *Officer Matt Pierce*
- **Umar Khan** as *Mohammad 'Mo' Khaled*
- **Darin Cooper** as *Father Paul*
- **Steve Eastin** as *Father Albright*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Catalyst online?
Catalyst is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Catalyst worth watching?
Catalyst holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 30 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Catalyst and when was it released?
Catalyst is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 2025. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Catalyst?
Catalyst was directed by Christopher Folkens.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Catalyst — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1442033)
- [Creative Production (Film) MA | Catalyst](https://catalyst-berlin.com/film/course/creative-production-film-masters)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*