---
title: "Father\u2019s Chair"
year: 2012
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/father-s-chair-2012"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 84195
imdb_id: "tt2125425"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 62
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Father’s Chair (2012) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/father-s-chair-2012

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Father's Chair" (2012).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
Only verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, etc.
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: Father's Chair (Portuguese: A Busca; lit. 'The Search').
Year: 2012.
Genre: Drama.
Director: Luciano Moura.
Release Date: 01/20/2012 (US).
Runtime: 1h 33m.
Rating: PG-13.
Setting: Upscale Brazilian neighborhood; shot in Campinas, Paulínia, and the coast of the state of São Paulo.
Main Character: Theo, a hardworking doctor, husband, and father.
Plot: Theo has prioritized his career over his family. His world begins to crumble as his mentor/surrogate father is dying and his wife announces she wants a divorce. The situation escalates when his 15-year-old son, Pedro, disappears. Theo travels throughout Brazil searching for his son, a journey that leads him to discover what really matters to him.

    *

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV | Kanopy, myfilmfriend | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | myfilmfriend | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Luciano Moura
- **Networks / Studios**: Globo Filmes

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Wagner Moura** as *Theo Gadelha*
- **Mariana Lima** as *Branca Gadelha*
- **Brás Antunes** as *Pedro Gadelha*
- **Lima Duarte** as *Sal Gadelha*
- **Abrahão Farc** as *Sr. Custódio*
- **Rui Rezende** as *Homem Grande*
- **Lúcia Bronstein** as *Maura*
- **Edmilson Cordeiro** as *Homem PET*
- **Max Huszar** as *Levy*
- **Teca Pereira** as *Vó Favela*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Father’s Chair online?
Father’s Chair is currently available to watch or stream on fuboTV, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Plex. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Father’s Chair worth watching?
Father’s Chair holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 62 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Father’s Chair and when was it released?
Father’s Chair is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2012. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Father’s Chair?
Father’s Chair was directed by Luciano Moura.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Father’s Chair — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/84195)
- [Father's Chair (2012) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2125425/fullcredits/cast/)
- [Father's Chair - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Father%27s_Chair)
- [Father’s Chair (2012) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/84195-a-busca/cast)
- [Steve Railsback - IMDb](https://m.imdb.com/name/nm0706883/)

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