---
title: "Charlie Says"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/charlie-says-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 471859
imdb_id: "tt1759744"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 110
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 247
content_rating: "R"
---

# Charlie Says (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/charlie-says-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Charlie Says is a 2018 American biographical drama film directed by Mary Harron. The film features Matt Smith as cult leader Charles Manson and Hannah Murray as Leslie Van Houten. It also stars Sosie Bacon and Marianne Rendón. The narrative explores the tragic story of an all-American girl who was transformed into a killer during the summer of 1969. The plot follows three young women who were sentenced to death for their involvement in the Manson murder case. After the death penalty was lifted, their sentences were converted to life imprisonment. A graduate student is sent to teach the women, and through her perspective, the film depicts their transformations as they confront the reality of their crimes. The production had its world premiere at the 75th Venice International Film Festival on September 2, 2018. It was subsequently released in the United States on May 10, 2019, by IFC Films. The film is categorized as a drama and crime production with a runtime of one hour and fifty minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, AMC+, Sundance Now | Kanopy | Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Mary Harron
- **Networks / Studios**: Epic Level Entertainment, Roxwell Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hannah Murray** as *Leslie Van Houten*
- **Sosie Bacon** as *Patricia Krenwinkel*
- **Marianne Rendón** as *Susan Atkins*
- **Merritt Wever** as *Karlene Faith*
- **Matt Smith** as *Charles Manson*
- **Suki Waterhouse** as *Mary Brunner*
- **Chace Crawford** as *Tex Watson*
- **Annabeth Gish** as *Virginia Carlson*
- **Kayli Carter** as *Lynette 'Squeaky' Fromme*
- **Cameron Gellman** as *Bobby Beausoleil*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Charlie Says online?
Charlie Says is currently available to watch or stream on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Charlie Says worth watching?
Charlie Says holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 247 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Crime for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Charlie Says and when was it released?
Charlie Says is a feature film with a runtime of 110 minutes. It was released in 2019. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Charlie Says?
Charlie Says was directed by Mary Harron.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Charlie Says — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/471859)
- [Charlie Says (2018 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlie_Says_(2018_film))
- [Charlie Says (2019) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/471859-charlie-says/cast)
- [Charlie Says (2019) Movie | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/)
- [Charlie Says (2018) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1759744/)
- [Charlie Says streaming: where to watch movie online?](https://www.justwatch.com/)

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