---
title: "Hoot"
year: 2006
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hoot-2006"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 18276
imdb_id: "tt0453494"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 147
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Hoot (2006) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hoot-2006

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Hoot is a 2006 American family comedy film based on Carl Hiaasen's novel of the same name, written and directed by Wil Shriner. The film follows a young man who moves from Montana to Florida with his family and becomes compelled to engage in a fight to protect a population of endangered owls.

Produced by New Line Cinema and Walden Media, the movie falls under the family and adventure genres with a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes. It carries a PG rating and offers a narrative centered on youth environmental activism and standing up for vulnerable wildlife.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A relocated teenager fights to protect endangered owls in Florida."

### Why Watch
- Based on Carl Hiaasen's novel of the same name.
- Features a family-friendly adventure tone centered around protecting endangered owls.
- Produced by New Line Cinema and Walden Media.

### Caveats & Content Note
- Viewers seeking fast-paced action outside of a family comedy and adventure framework may find the premise too niche.
- Tone & Suitability: It is a family and adventure film with a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes, maintaining a light tone suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #family-comedy, #adventure, #endangered-animals, #florida-setting, #book-adaptation, #youth-activism

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Wil Shriner
- **Networks / Studios**: Walden Media, Hoot Productions LLC, The Kennedy/Marshall Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Luke Wilson** as *Delinko*
- **Logan Lerman** as *Roy Eberhardt*
- **Brie Larson** as *Beatrice "The Bear" Leep*
- **Tim Blake Nelson** as *Curly*
- **Cody Linley** as *Mullet Fingers*
- **Neil Flynn** as *Mr. Eberhardt*
- **Clark Gregg** as *Muckle*
- **Kiersten Warren** as *Mrs. Eberhardt*
- **Jessica Cauffiel** as *Kimberly*
- **Dean Collins** as *Garrett*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream Hoot (2006)?
Streaming availability is listed on platforms like The Movie Database under the watch now section, though specific streaming services vary by region.

### Q: Is Hoot worth watching?
It is worth watching if you enjoy family adventure comedies adapted from novels about protecting endangered animals.

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

### Q: Is Hoot part of a television series?
No, Hoot is a feature-length film released in 2006 rather than an episodic television series.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Hoot — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/18276)
- [Hoot (2006) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0453494/fullcredits/)
- [Hoot (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoot_(film))
- [Hoot (2006) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/18276-hoot/cast)

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