---
title: "Hoard"
year: 2024
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hoard-2024"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 996087
imdb_id: "tt20729172"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 126
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 36
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Hoard (2024) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hoard-2024

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Hoard is a 2023 British coming-of-age drama film, released in the US in 2024, written and directed by Luna Carmoon in her feature directorial debut. The film stars Saura Lightfoot-Leon, Hayley Squires, Joseph Quinn, Lily-Beau Leach, Deba Hekmat, Samantha Spiro, and Cathy Tyson.

The story follows Maria, a teenager living in a foster home in the 1990s whose mother used to be a hoarder. When Maria meets Michael, a previous resident of the foster home, she is inspired to revisit the childhood memories and passions that she has repressed. The film has been recognized in industry events such as the BIFA nominations.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A 1990s foster teenager revisits her repressed childhood memories inspired by a previous resident."

### Why Watch
- It is written and directed by Luna Carmoon in her feature directorial debut.
- The cast features Saura Lightfoot-Leon, Hayley Squires, and Joseph Quinn.
- It explores the complex theme of growing up with a mother who used to be a hoarder.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The available synopsis and sources provide very limited plot details beyond the basic premise.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone and pacing reflect a drama film with a runtime of two hours and six minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #1990s-setting, #foster-home, #childhood-memories, #repressed-passions, #coming-of-age, #british-film

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, BFI Player Amazon Channel | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | BBC iPlayer | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Luna Carmoon
- **Networks / Studios**: Erebus Pictures, Anti-Worlds, Delaval Film

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Saura Lightfoot-Leon** as *Maria*
- **Joseph Quinn** as *Michael*
- **Hayley Squires** as *Cynthia*
- **Lily-Beau Leach** as *Young Maria*
- **Deba Hekmat** as *Laraib*
- **Samantha Spiro** as *Michelle*
- **Cathy Tyson** as *Sam*
- **Nabil Elouahabi** as *Ali*
- **Frankie Wilson** as *Anthony*
- **Sam John** as *Jordan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Hoard?
Streaming availability is listed on platforms like The Movie Database under its watch options, though specific streaming services are not detailed in the text.

### Q: Whether it is worth watching?
It is a British coming-of-age drama written and directed by Luna Carmoon featuring a notable cast including Joseph Quinn and Hayley Squires.

### Q: What is the runtime or duration?
The film has a runtime of two hours and six minutes.

### Q: Is this a feature film or a series?
Hoard is a feature film rather than a television series, meaning it does not have episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Hoard — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/996087)
- [Hoard (2024) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/996087-hoard/cast)
- [Hoard (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoard_(film))
- [Hoard (2023) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt20729172)
- [Hoard (film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Hoard_(film))

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