---
title: "Crab Orchard"
year: 2005
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/crab-orchard-2005"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 275558
imdb_id: "tt0368662"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 9.0
vote_count: 2
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Crab Orchard (2005) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/crab-orchard-2005

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Crab Orchard is a family film released in the United States on September 23, 2005. The feature has a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes. The narrative centers on a young boy who has spent his entire life living in the city. The plot follows his experiences after he is sent to reside in the country with his elderly grandfather. Although he initially anticipates a difficult transition, the protagonist discovers that life in a rural setting is not as unpleasant as he had originally suspected. A significant part of his adjustment involves forming a bond with a loyal dog named Sheeba. The production is categorized as a family film. Information regarding the full cast and crew responsible for the creation of the movie is documented across various industry databases, including The Movie Database, IMDb, Plex, Moviefone, and TV Guide. These records provide further details on the creative team and the individuals who contributed to the development of the project.

## 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 | The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Plex, Plex Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Runtime, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael J. Jacobs

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ed Asner**
- **Judge Reinhold**
- **Dylan Patton**
- **Ruby Handler**
- **Betsy Zajko**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Crab Orchard worth watching?
Crab Orchard holds a community rating of 9.0/10 based on 2 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Family for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Crab Orchard and when was it released?
Crab Orchard is a feature film with a runtime of 91 minutes. It was released in 2005. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Crab Orchard?
Crab Orchard was directed by Michael J. Jacobs.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Crab Orchard — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/275558)
- [Crab Orchard (2005) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0368662/fullcredits/)
- [Crab Orchard (2005) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/275558-crab-orchard)
- [Crab Orchard (2005) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/crab-orchard/credits)
- [Crab Orchard (2005) - Full Cast and Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/crab-orchard/10050632/credits/)
- [Crab Orchard - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/crab-orchard/cast/2030140361/)

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