---
title: "Emelie"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/emelie-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 329010
imdb_id: "tt4503598"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 82
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 694
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Emelie (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Emelie" (2016).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed details (titles, names, dates, counts, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
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Do not use information from Source [3] regarding Liv Ullmann/Fanny and Alexander unless it explicitly describes the film "Emelie" (it doesn't; it's a biography of Ullmann).
Source [1] (TMDB):
Title: Emelie
Year: 2016
US Release Date: 03/04/2016
Genres: Horror and Thriller
Runtime: 1h 22m
Plot: Thompson family's regular babysitter cancels. They turn to her friend, Anna, to supervise their children while parents celebrate their anniversary. Anna lets kids eat extra cookies and play with off-limits things. Her behavior becomes odd. Kids find out her intentions are dark and twisted and she is not who she seems.
Source [2] (Rotten Tomatoes):
Year: 2016
Runtime: 1h 26m (Note: TMDB says 1h 22m, RT says

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael Thelin
- **Networks / Studios**: Uncorked Productions, Sandbar Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sarah Bolger** as *Emelie*
- **Susan Pourfar** as *Joyce Thompson*
- **Chris Beetem** as *Dan*
- **Joshua Rush** as *Jacob*
- **Thomas Bair** as *Christopher*
- **Carly Adams** as *Sally*
- **Elizabeth Jayne Stillwell** as *Maggie*
- **Frank Rossi** as *Joe*
- **Dante Hoagland** as *Howie*
- **Randi Langdon** as *Anna*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Emelie online?
Emelie is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Emelie worth watching?
Emelie holds a community rating of 5.3/10 based on 694 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Emelie and when was it released?
Emelie is a feature film with a runtime of 82 minutes. It was released in 2016. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Emelie?
Emelie was directed by Michael Thelin.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Emelie — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/329010)
- [Emelie - Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/)
- [Liv Ullmann](https://www.wikiwand.com/)

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