---
title: "Goosebumps"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/goosebumps-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 257445
imdb_id: "tt1051904"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 103
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 4014
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Goosebumps (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/goosebumps-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film is based on the bestselling series of children's horror novels by R.L. Stine. The story follows Zach Cooper, who moves to a small town and meets his next door neighbor Hannah, the daughter of the author. Zach's new life takes a turn when he becomes involved in a series of supernatural events. The town is suddenly plagued by monsters and supernatural creatures that have come to life. Zach, Hannah, and the author of the Goosebumps series must work together to contain the chaos and restore order. The film brings the fictional world of R.L. Stine's novels to life, blending fantasy and horror elements. The characters must navigate the consequences of unleashing the monsters from the author's manuscripts.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A teen accidentally unleashes monsters from book manuscripts, forcing a race to return them."

### Why Watch
- sufficient nostalgia charm
- witty humor

### Caveats & Content Note
- arguably predictable
- can be hectic at times
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries a PG rating and features adventure, horror, and comedy elements.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, horror, comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Starz Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Stan, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rob Letterman
- **Networks / Studios**: Original Film, Scholastic Entertainment, Columbia Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dylan Minnette** as *Zach*
- **Jack Black** as *Stine / Slappy / Invisible Boy (voice)*
- **Odeya Rush** as *Hannah*
- **Ryan Lee** as *Champ*
- **Amy Ryan** as *Gale*
- **Jillian Bell** as *Lorraine*
- **Halston Sage** as *Taylor*
- **Steven Krueger** as *Davidson*
- **Keith Arthur Bolden** as *Principal Garrison*
- **Amanda Lund** as *Officer Brooks*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released in the US?
The film was released on 10/16/2015 in the US.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 43 minutes.

### Q: What genres are associated with the movie?
The movie is categorized under adventure, horror, and comedy.

### Q: Who is Hannah's father?
Hannah's father is R.L. Stine, the bestselling Goosebumps series author.

### Q: What rating does the film have?
The film holds a PG rating.

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