---
title: "Girl"
year: 1998
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/girl-1998"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 58467
imdb_id: "tt0138467"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 51
content_rating: "R"
---

# Girl (1998) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/girl-1998

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Girl" (1998).
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Source [1]: Title: Girl (1998). Rating: R. US Release: 11/05/1998. Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Music. Runtime: 1h 39m.
Source [3] (Synopsis): Andrea Marr is a sheltered, straight-A high school senior. She becomes infatuated with a local rock singer, Todd Sparrow. She dives into the underground music scene, neglecting her friends and academic life.
Source [5]: Writers: Blake Nelson, David E. Tolchinsky. Release dates: France (May 16, 1998), Sweden (April 28, 1999), United Kingdom (September 24, 1999), United States (November 5, 1999). Cast: Dominique Swain (Andrea Marr), Sean Patrick Flanery (Todd Sparrow), Summer Phoenix (Rebecca Fernhurst), Tara Reid (Cybil), Selma Blair (Darcy), Channo.
Note on Source [1] vs [5] dates: Source [1

## 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, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Hoopla | Google Play Movies, YouTube, Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jonathan Kahn
- **Networks / Studios**: The Kushner-Locke Company, HSX Films, Muse Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dominique Swain** as *Andrea Marr*
- **Sean Patrick Flanery** as *Todd Sparrow*
- **Summer Phoenix** as *Rebecca*
- **Tara Reid** as *Cybil*
- **Selma Blair** as *Darcy*
- **Channon Roe** as *Kevin*
- **Portia De Rossi** as *Carla*
- **Christopher Masterson** as *Richard*
- **David Moscow** as *Greg*
- **James Karen** as *Dad*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Girl online?
Girl 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 Girl worth watching?
Girl holds a community rating of 5.3/10 based on 51 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Girl and when was it released?
Girl is a feature film with a runtime of 99 minutes. It was released in 1998. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Girl?
Girl was directed by Jonathan Kahn.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Girl — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/58467)
- [Girl (1998) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0138467/fullcredits/)
- [Girl (1998) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/58467-girl/cast)
- [Xiu Xiu: The Sent Down Girl - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xiu_Xiu:_The_Sent_Down_Girl)
- [Girl (film)](https://alchetron.com/Girl-(film))
- [Girl - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Girl)

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