---
title: "Glass"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/glass-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 450465
imdb_id: "tt6823368"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 129
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 9150
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Glass (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/glass-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Glass is a 2019 film that centers on a series of escalating encounters between three individuals. The narrative follows David Dunn, a former security guard who utilizes his supernatural abilities to track Kevin Wendell Crumb. Crumb is described as a disturbed man who possesses twenty-four distinct personalities. As their paths cross, the story introduces the shadowy presence of Elijah Price. Price emerges as an orchestrator who possesses secrets that are critical to both Dunn and Crumb. The film explores the convergence of these men as their lives intersect through these confrontations. By utilizing his unique insights and hidden information, Price influences the unfolding events involving the other two men. The plot focuses on the tension between these characters as their supernatural and psychological traits are brought into conflict. The film documents the consequences of these meetings as the secrets held by Price are revealed, impacting the trajectories of both the security guard and the man with multiple personalities.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three men with extraordinary abilities find their paths crossing in a high-stakes confrontation."

### Why Watch
- features supernatural abilities
- explores complex character dynamics

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains intense sequences
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated PG-13 and contains themes appropriate for that classification.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: thriller, drama, science fiction, suspenseful

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: M. Night Shyamalan
- **Networks / Studios**: Blinding Edge Pictures, Blumhouse Productions, Perfect World Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **James McAvoy** as *Patricia / Dennis / Hedwig / The Beast / Barry / Heinrich / Jade / Ian / Mary Reynolds / Norma / Jalin / Kat / B.T. / Kevin Wendell Crumb / Mr. Pritchard / Felida / Luke / Goddard / Samuel / Polly*
- **Bruce Willis** as *David Dunn / The Overseer*
- **Samuel L. Jackson** as *Elijah Price / Mr. Glass*
- **Sarah Paulson** as *Dr. Ellie Staple*
- **Anya Taylor-Joy** as *Casey Cooke*
- **Spencer Treat Clark** as *Joseph Dunn*
- **Charlayne Woodard** as *Mrs. Price*
- **Luke Kirby** as *Pierce*
- **Adam David Thompson** as *Daryl*
- **M. Night Shyamalan** as *Jai, Security Guard*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre is the film?
Glass is classified as a thriller, drama, and science fiction film.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in the United States on January 18, 2019.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime of the film is 2 hours and 9 minutes.

### Q: Who is the main character tracking the others?
David Dunn uses his supernatural abilities to track Kevin Wendell Crumb.

### Q: What is the role of Elijah Price?
Elijah Price acts as an orchestrator who holds secrets critical to the other men.

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