---
title: "Detour"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/detour-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 178603
imdb_id: "tt1753693"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 52
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Detour (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/detour-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Detour is a 2013 thriller and mystery film released in the United States on March 29, 2013, with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes. The story follows smooth talking Jackson Alder, who gets trapped inside his car by a mudslide and must battle Mother Nature for his survival when he has no hope of rescue.

Classified under the thriller and mystery genres, the film focuses on a high stakes survival scenario where traditional charm and conversation are rendered useless. Viewers looking for a concise genre piece will find a focused runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes dedicated entirely to this isolated struggle against the elements.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A smooth talking man finds himself trapped inside his car by a mudslide."

### Why Watch
- It features a tense premise involving a man trapped by a mudslide.
- It explores a battle for survival against Mother Nature with no hope of rescue.
- It tests whether a smooth talking character can talk his way out of a hopeless situation.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The synopsis indicates the main character faces a situation where he has no hope of rescue and cannot talk his way out.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone is suspenseful and thrilling, running for 1 hour and 27 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #survival-thriller, #trapped-in-car, #mudslide, #mother-nature, #isolation

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Fear Factory Amazon Channel, Indie Club Amazon Channel | Hoopla | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: William Dickerson

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Neil Hopkins** as *Jackson*
- **Brea Grant** as *Laurie*
- **John Forest** as *Terry*
- **Ptolemy Slocum** as *Preston*
- **Deborah Snyder** as *Didi*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Detour (2013)?
Streaming availability can be checked on platforms that currently list the movie as Now Streaming.

### Q: Is Detour (2013) worth watching?
It is a thriller and mystery film that offers a tight 1 hour and 27 minute runtime centered on a desperate survival battle.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Detour (2013)?
The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes for Detour (2013)?
Detour (2013) is a feature film with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes rather than an episodic television series.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Detour — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/178603)
- [Detour (2013) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1753693/fullcredits/cast)
- [Detour (2013 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detour_(2013_film))
- [Detour (2013) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/178603-detour/cast)

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