---
title: "Death Wish"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/death-wish-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 395990
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 107
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Death Wish (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/death-wish-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Death Wish is a film first released in 2018. Catalogued under Action, Crime, Thriller, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Cave 76 Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A grieving dad becomes a relentless avenger after tragedy strikes his family."

### Why Watch
- High-octane action sequences
- Compelling revenge-driven storyline
- Blend of thriller and drama elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- Graphic violence may deter some viewers
- Follows familiar vigilante formula
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains graphic violence and intense themes, so it is best suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: revenge, gritty, intense, action

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/death-wish-2018#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Eli Roth
- **Networks / Studios**: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Cave 76 Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bruce Willis** as *Paul Kersey*
- **Vincent D'Onofrio** as *Frank Kersey*
- **Dean Norris** as *Detective Rains*
- **Elisabeth Shue** as *Lucy Kersey*
- **Camila Morrone** as *Jordan Kersey*
- **Beau Knapp** as *Knox*
- **Kimberly Elise** as *Detective Jackson*
- **Len Cariou** as *Ben*
- **Jack Kesy** as *The Fish*
- **Ronnie Gene Blevins** as *Joe*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic premise of the film?
A mild‑mannered father turns into a killing machine after his family is destroyed by a violent act.

### Q: What genres describe the movie?
It is classified as action, crime, thriller, and drama.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour 47 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on March 2, 2018.

### Q: Is there a tagline associated with the film?
Yes, the tagline is “They came for his family. Now he's coming for them.”

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Death Wish — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/395990)
- [Death Wish (2024) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/1556885-death-wish/prehled/)
- [Death Wish (2024): Obsazení, herci, tvůrci a postavy | Kinobox…](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/4891918-death-wish/tvurci)
- ["Death WISH (1974) | Vigilante Justice in NYC - Subway Showdown…](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/llnTQktznpI)

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