---
title: "Fahrenheit 451"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/fahrenheit-451-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 401905
imdb_id: "tt0360556"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 975
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Fahrenheit 451 (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/fahrenheit-451-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Fahrenheit 451 is a 2018 science fiction and thriller film based on Ray Bradbury's classic novel, directed for HBO with an A-list cast that includes Michael B. Jordan, Michael Shannon, Sofia Boutella, and Lilly Singh. The story is set in an oppressive future where the duty of a fireman is to destroy all books, prompting the protagonist to begin questioning his task.

The film holds cultural significance as a modern adaptation of a renowned literary work exploring themes of censorship and the danger of forbidden knowledge. Running for 1 hour and 40 minutes, it delivers a dramatic and thrilling exploration of an authoritarian society through a focused narrative style.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "In an oppressive future, a fireman tasked with destroying books begins to question his mission."

### Why Watch
- Features an A-list cast including Michael B. Jordan, Michael Shannon, and Sofia Boutella.
- Adapts the classic novel by Ray Bradbury.
- Explores a high-stakes sci-fi premise about a society where knowledge is a dangerous thing.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It has a PG-13 rating and a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes, which may feel too brief for some viewers exploring this dystopian world.
- Tone & Suitability: This drama features a serious, tense tone suited for fans of dystopian science fiction thrillers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #oppressive-future, #book-burning, #science-fiction, #drama, #thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, Now TV Cinema, HBO Max | None | Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | None | Fetch TV, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ramin Bahrani
- **Networks / Studios**: HBO Films, Noruz Films, Outlier Society

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Michael B. Jordan** as *Guy Montag*
- **Michael Shannon** as *Captain Beatty*
- **Sofia Boutella** as *Clarisse McClellan*
- **Khandi Alexander** as *Toni Morrison*
- **Lilly Singh** as *Raven*
- **Martin Donovan** as *Commissioner Nyari*
- **Andy McQueen** as *Gustavo*
- **Dylan Taylor** as *Fireman Douglas*
- **Keir Dullea** as *Historian*
- **Grace Lynn Kung** as *Chairman Mao*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Fahrenheit 451 (2018)?
Streaming availability can vary, but the film is an HBO movie adaptation.

### Q: Is Fahrenheit 451 worth watching?
It features an A-list cast including Michael B. Jordan and Michael Shannon bringing Ray Bradbury's classic novel to the screen.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes.

### Q: How many episodes are in this version?
Fahrenheit 451 (2018) is a feature-length film rather than a multi-episode television show.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Fahrenheit 451 — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/401905)
- [Fahrenheit 451 (2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0360556/fullcredits/)
- [Fahrenheit 451 (2018 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fahrenheit_451_(2018_film))
- [Special Tv Show Review: Fahrenheit 451 (2018) | by Jim Pagiamtzis](https://help.naver.com/service/5626/contents/24844?lang=ko&osType=COMMONOS)
- ['Fahrenheit 451' HBO Movie Casts Lilly Singh](https://variety.com/)
- [Fahrenheit 451](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/)

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