---
title: "Entertainment"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/entertainment-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 246133
imdb_id: "tt3343784"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 113
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 76
content_rating: "R"
---

# Entertainment (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/entertainment-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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[1] Title: Entertainment (2015). Rating: R. Release Date: 11/13/2015 (US). Genres: Drama and Comedy. Runtime: 1h 53m. Synopsis: Set in the Mojave Desert, the film follows a broken-down comedian playing clubs across the Southwest, working his way to Los Angeles to meet his estranged daughter.
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Title: Entertainment
Year: 2015
Genres: Drama, Comedy
Rating: R
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## 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, Magnolia Selects Amazon Channel | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, FlixFling |
| **Australia (AU)** | Zee5 | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rick Alverson
- **Networks / Studios**: Jagjaguwar, Made Bed, Nomadic Independence Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Gregg Turkington** as *The Comedian*
- **Tye Sheridan** as *Eddie The Mime*
- **John C. Reilly** as *John*
- **Lotte Verbeek** as *The Chromotherapist*
- **Dean Stockwell** as *Frank*
- **Amy Seimetz** as *Rene*
- **Tim Heidecker** as *The Celebrity*
- **Kalia Prescott** as *Maria*
- **Tonantzin Carmelo** as *Teresa*
- **Waymond Lee** as *Prisoner*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Entertainment worth watching?
Entertainment holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 76 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Entertainment and when was it released?
Entertainment is a feature film with a runtime of 113 minutes. It was released in 2015. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Entertainment?
Entertainment was directed by Rick Alverson.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Entertainment — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/246133)
- [Entertainment (2015) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3343784/fullcredits/)
- [Entertainment (2015) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/246133-entertainment/cast)
- [Rebel Wilson Comedy 'Bride Hard' Snapped Up by Signature Entertainment](https://variety.com/)
- [Entertainment - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Entertainment)
- [Vintage photos of 3 horror and sci-fi movies filmed in Alabama in the 1970s and '80s - al.com](https://www.al.com/entertainment/2015/10/vintage_photos_of_3_horror_and.html)

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