---
title: "Decommissioned"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/decommissioned-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 412431
imdb_id: "tt4177822"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 80
community_rating: 3.2
vote_count: 15
content_rating: "R"
---

# Decommissioned (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Decommissioned is a 2016 action and thriller film rated R with a runtime of 1 hour and 20 minutes. The story follows an ex-CIA agent whose family is kidnapped and held hostage, forcing him into a deadly mission to assassinate the President.

The film centers on the protagonist using his advanced skills to outwit his captors and prevent the assassination before time runs out for his family. It is categorized under the action and thriller genres and is available for streaming.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An ex-CIA agent must assassinate the President to save his kidnapped family."

### Why Watch
- Features a high-stakes plot involving a kidnapped family
- Follows an ex-CIA agent utilizing advanced skills
- Includes a tense race against a ticking clock to prevent a presidential assassination

### Caveats & Content Note
- The provided sources contain no explicit reason to skip the film.
- Tone & Suitability: Decommissioned is an action and thriller film featuring tense hostage situations and high-stakes missions.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #action, #thriller, #hostage-situation, #assassination-plot, #ex-cia-agent

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Starz Apple TV channel | Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Timothy Woodward Jr.
- **Networks / Studios**: Puppy Entertainment, Status Media & Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Johnny Messner** as *John Niles*
- **Vinnie Jones** as *Michael Price*
- **Estella Warren** as *Rebecca Niles*
- **James Remar** as *David Marino*
- **Michael Paré** as *Detective Tom Weston*
- **Richard Burgi** as *President Ford*
- **Tristian Eggerling** as *Mark Niles*
- **Connor Garelick** as *Detective Elkin*
- **Chris Muto** as *Agent Walker*
- **Tom Struckhoff** as *Lieutenant West*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Decommissioned (2016)?
Streaming availability can be checked through platforms referencing The Movie Database and Plex.

### Q: Is Decommissioned (2016) worth watching?
Viewers who enjoy action-packed thrillers centered on ex-CIA agents and hostage rescues may find it appealing.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Decommissioned?
Decommissioned has a total runtime of 1 hour and 20 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes of Decommissioned?
Decommissioned is a feature film rather than a television series, so it does not have episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Decommissioned — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/412431)

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