---
title: "Hugo"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hugo-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 44826
imdb_id: "tt0970179"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 126
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 7727
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Hugo (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hugo-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Hugo is a 2011 film centered on an orphaned boy living within the walls of a train station in 1930s Paris. The protagonist, Hugo Cabret, resides in the station with his uncle and is responsible for maintaining and oiling the facility's clocks. Beyond his professional duties, Hugo focuses his efforts on protecting a broken automaton and a notebook that were left to him by his late father. His life changes when he meets the goddaughter of a toy merchant who is described as embittered. Together, the two characters embark on a quest to solve the mystery surrounding the automaton. Through this journey, Hugo seeks to uncover the truth about the machine while searching for a place he can finally call home. This narrative explores his experiences as he navigates the station and attempts to preserve his father's legacy. The film depicts his solitary existence and his eventual partnership as he pursues his goal of finding belonging and understanding the complex mechanical device he guards.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young orphan uncovers a hidden mystery inside a 1930s Paris train station."

### Why Watch
- Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Martin Scorsese
- Based on Brian Selznick’s celebrated book
- Rich period visuals and inventive storytelling

### Caveats & Content Note
- At 2h 6m the runtime may feel lengthy for younger viewers
- Tone & Suitability: Rated PG, the film offers a family‑friendly adventure with some emotional depth.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, family, whimsical, historical, heartfelt

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Kanopy, Hoopla | JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Super Channel Plus, Super Channel Amazon Channel, fuboTV | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Martin Scorsese
- **Networks / Studios**: GK Films, Infinitum Nihil

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Asa Butterfield** as *Hugo Cabret*
- **Ben Kingsley** as *Georges Méliès*
- **Chloë Grace Moretz** as *Isabelle*
- **Sacha Baron Cohen** as *Station Inspector*
- **Ray Winstone** as *Uncle Claude*
- **Emily Mortimer** as *Lisette*
- **Christopher Lee** as *Monsieur Labisse*
- **Helen McCrory** as *Mama Jeanne*
- **Michael Stuhlbarg** as *René Tabard*
- **Frances de la Tour** as *Madame Emilie*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed Hugo?
Hugo was directed by Martin Scorsese.

### Q: What source material is the film based on?
It is based on Brian Selznick’s 2007 book The Invention of Hugo Cabret.

### Q: When and where is the story set?
The story takes place in a Paris train station during the 1930s.

### Q: Is the movie suitable for children?
With a PG rating, the film is appropriate for family viewing.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately two hours and six minutes.

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