---
title: "Earth to Echo"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/earth-to-echo-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 238603
imdb_id: "tt2183034"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 620
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Earth to Echo (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/earth-to-echo-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Earth to Echo" is a film that revolves around the lives of three best friends. The story begins with a construction project in their neighborhood, which leads to a series of mysterious events. The friends start receiving strange, encoded messages on their cell phones. Initially, they attempt to inform their parents and the authorities about the situation. However, they decide to embark on a secret adventure to investigate the source of the messages. Their journey takes an unexpected turn as they discover a mysterious being from another world. The being's intentions and the friends' involvement in the situation have a profound impact on their lives. The film follows the friends as they navigate this extraordinary experience, leading to a life-changing outcome.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three best friends embark on a secret adventure after receiving strange encoded messages on their phones."

### Why Watch
- Features a mysterious extraterrestrial being in need of help
- Follows a group of close friends on an exciting journey

### Caveats & Content Note
- Authorities and parents do not initially believe the boys
- Involves strange disruptions from a neighborhood construction project
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries a PG rating and contains family-friendly science fiction adventure themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventurous, mysterious, family-friendly, sci-fi

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | Rakuten TV, Plex | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Dave Green
- **Networks / Studios**: Panay Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Teo Halm** as *Alex*
- **Stro** as *Tuck*
- **Reese Hartwig** as *Munch*
- **Ella Wahlestedt** as *Emma*
- **Jason Gray-Stanford** as *Dr. Lawrence Madsen*
- **Algee Smith** as *Marcus Simms*
- **Arthur Darbinyan** as *Pawn Shop Owner*
- **Cassius M. Willis** as *Calvin*
- **Sonya Leslie** as *Theresa Simms*
- **Kerry O'Malley** as *Janice Douglas*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Earth to Echo released?
The film was released in the US on July 2, 2014.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It belongs to the family, adventure, and science fiction genres.

### Q: What is the runtime of Earth to Echo?
The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes.

### Q: Who are the main characters in the film?
The main characters are three best friends named Tuck, Munch, and Alex.

### Q: What starts the adventure for the friends?
A neighborhood construction project begins digging, and the friends inexplicably begin receiving strange encoded messages on their cell phones.

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