---
title: "Greyhound"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/greyhound-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 516486
imdb_id: "tt6048922"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 3363
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Greyhound (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/greyhound-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Greyhound is a 2020 American war film directed by Aaron Schneider. The film stars Tom Hanks, who also wrote the screenplay. It is set during World War II and follows a first-time captain as he leads a convoy of allied ships across treacherous waters to the front lines. The convoy is at risk of being attacked by enemy Nazi U-boats, with no air cover protection for an unspecified period of time. The captain and his crew must navigate this perilous situation to give the allies a chance to win the war.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A first-time captain leads an allied convoy across dangerous waters during World War Two."

### Why Watch
- intense naval combat sequences
- compelling leadership focus

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited character background
- relentless pacing
- Tone & Suitability: Contains war violence and intense battle sequences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: tense, action, drama, gritty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Aaron Schneider
- **Networks / Studios**: Playtone, Bron Studios, FilmNation Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tom Hanks** as *Commander Krause*
- **Stephen Graham** as *Charlie Cole*
- **Rob Morgan** as *Cleveland*
- **Josh Wiggins** as *Talker #1*
- **Tom Brittney** as *Lt. Watson*
- **Elisabeth Shue** as *Evelyn*
- **Will Pullen** as *Talker #3*
- **Manuel Garcia-Rulfo** as *Lopez*
- **Karl Glusman** as *Eppstein*
- **Chet Hanks** as *Bushnell*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Greyhound released?
Greyhound was released in July 2020.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes.

### Q: Who directed the film?
Greyhound was directed by Aaron Schneider.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
The cast includes Tom Hanks, Elisabeth Shue, Stephen Graham, and Matt Helm.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
The film falls under war, action, and drama.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Greyhound — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/516486)
- [Greyhound (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greyhound_(film))
- [Greyhound (2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6048922/)

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