---
title: "Dragon Day"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dragon-day-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 219288
imdb_id: "tt1772262"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 4.2
vote_count: 25
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Dragon Day (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Dragon Day is a 2013 science fiction thriller that centers on Duke Evans, a former NSA analyst who relocates his family to a remote cabin following an eviction. The narrative shifts into a survival story when a massive, coordinated cyber-attack cripples the United States, rendering all computer-based technology useless and forcing the family to navigate a dangerous, newly lawless landscape.

The film is notable for its focus on the fragility of modern infrastructure and the personal toll of systemic collapse. It maintains a consistent, high-stakes tone as the protagonist must protect his family from both opportunistic thieves and a corrupted government, ultimately forcing him to make difficult decisions to ensure their survival.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An unemployed NSA analyst must protect his family when a nationwide cyber-attack disables all modern technology."

### Why Watch
- Explores the immediate societal impact of a total infrastructure collapse
- Features a protagonist with unique professional insights into the unfolding crisis
- Focuses on the high-stakes moral dilemmas of survival in a lawless environment

### Caveats & Content Note
- The premise relies on a bleak depiction of government corruption and societal breakdown
- Tone & Suitability: The film maintains a tense, serious tone with a pacing that emphasizes the urgency of the family's struggle for survival.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #survival-thriller, #cyber-dystopia, #home-invasion, #grid-down, #family-drama, #technological-collapse

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jeffrey Travis
- **Networks / Studios**: Burning Myth Productions, Matter Media Studios

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ethan Flower** as *Duke Evans*
- **Osa Wallander** as *Leslie Evans*
- **Jenn Gotzon Chandler** as *Rachel Evans*
- **Eloy Méndez** as *Alonso Benavidez*
- **Hope Laubach** as *Emma Evans*
- **William Frederick Knight** as *Albert Grimes*
- **Dennis Delsing** as *Sheriff Watson*
- **Richard C. Jones** as *Officer Hopkins*
- **Scoot McNairy** as *Phil*
- **Kaiwi Lyman** as *Tibbit*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Dragon Day?
Streaming availability for Dragon Day varies by region and platform; check your local digital movie services for current listings.

### Q: Is Dragon Day worth watching?
The film is worth watching for viewers who enjoy thrillers that focus on the realistic, societal consequences of a major technological failure.

### Q: How long is the film?
Dragon Day has a total runtime of 1 hour and 36 minutes.

### Q: Is this part of a series?
No, Dragon Day is a standalone feature film released in 2013.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Dragon Day — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/219288)
- [Dragon Day (2013) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1772262/fullcredits/)
- [Dragon Day (2013) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/219288-dragon-day/cast)
- [Dragon Day Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/dragon-day/63594/credits/)

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