---
title: "Courier X"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/courier-x-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 422363
imdb_id: "tt3589968"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 138
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Courier X (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/courier-x-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Courier X" (2016).
Constraints:
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Courier X
Year: 2016
Release Date: 10/22/2016 (US)
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 2h 18m
Director: Thomas Gulamerian
Cast: Udo Kier, James C. Burns, Bron Boier, Richard Gleason.
Plot Point 1: A surreptitious smuggler (of black market merchandise) is solicited by the CIA.
Plot Point 2: The CIA solicits him to help cover up a Nicaraguan blackmail attempt on the CIA.
Plot Point 3: This follows the release of "Dark Alliance" by Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Gary Webb.
Plot Point 4: The smuggler is solicited for deleterious involvement with Flight TWA 800

## 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 |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Thomas Gulamerian
- **Networks / Studios**: International Artists Agency

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Udo Kier** as *Nathan Vogel*
- **James C. Burns** as *Walter Broadnax*
- **Bron Boier** as *Trenlin Polenski*
- **Richard Gleason** as *Jack Mitchell*
- **Lee Shepherd** as *James Hatch*
- **Ben Van Bergen** as *Ivan*
- **Chris Boas** as *Oliver Wickie*
- **Jay Disney** as *Gary Webb*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Courier X online?
Courier X 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 Courier X worth watching?
Courier X holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Courier X and when was it released?
Courier X is a feature film with a runtime of 138 minutes. It was released in 2016. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Courier X?
Courier X was directed by Thomas Gulamerian.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Courier X — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/422363)
- [Courier X (2016) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/422363-courier-x/cast)
- [Courier X (2016) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3589968/)
- [Courier X - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/courier-x/cast/2000366749/)
- [Courier X (2016) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/courier-x/credits)
- [Courier X (2016) - Thomas Gulamerian | Cast and Crew | AllMovie](https://www.allmovie.com/movie/courier-x-am141198/cast-crew)

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