---
title: "Extraordinary Measures"
year: 2010
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/extraordinary-measures-2010"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 27569
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Extraordinary Measures (2010) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/extraordinary-measures-2010

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Extraordinary Measures is a film first released in 2010. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Double Feature Films, CBS Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A determined father teams with an unconventional scientist to save his children."

### Why Watch
- compelling true-life premise
- strong character dynamic

### Caveats & Content Note
- predictable plot trajectory
- heavy emotional tone
- Tone & Suitability: Contains thematic material involving serious illness in children.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, inspiring, emotional

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/extraordinary-measures-2010#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tom Vaughan
- **Networks / Studios**: Double Feature Films, CBS Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Brendan Fraser** as *John Crowley*
- **Harrison Ford** as *Dr. Robert Stonehill*
- **Keri Russell** as *Aileen Crowley*
- **Courtney B. Vance** as *Marcus Temple*
- **Meredith Droeger** as *Megan Crowley*
- **Diego Velazquez** as *Patrick Crowley*
- **Jared Harris** as *Docteur Kent Webber*
- **Patrick Bauchau** as *CEO Erich Loring*
- **Alan Ruck** as *Pete Sutphen*
- **David Clennon** as *Dr. Renzler*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Extraordinary Measures released?
The film was released in January 2010.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-six minutes.

### Q: What medical condition do the children have?
The children are diagnosed with Pompe disease, which prevents the body from breaking down sugar.

### Q: Who does John Crowley team up with?
He teams up with an unconventional specialist named Dr. Robert Stonehill to develop a cure.

### Q: What is the MPAA rating of the film?
The film carries a PG rating.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Extraordinary Measures — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/27569)

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