---
title: "It Follows"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/it-follows-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 270303
imdb_id: "tt3235888"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 101
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 7001
content_rating: "R"
---

# It Follows (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

It Follows is an American supernatural psychological horror film released in 2015. Written and directed by David Robert Mitchell, the film explores the story of a young woman who finds herself pursued by a persistent, unknown supernatural entity. The plot centers on a nineteen-year-old woman who becomes the target of this force following a sexual encounter. The entity is described as something that does not think, feel, or give up in its pursuit of the protagonist. Maika Monroe stars in the lead role, supported by a cast that includes Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi, and Lili Sepe. The film, which is also categorized under the mystery genre, has a runtime of one hour and forty-one minutes. It received a theatrical release in the United States on March 27, 2015. The production was written and produced by David Robert Mitchell, focusing on the premise of a supernatural threat that is transmitted through sexual contact and continues to follow its victim until they pass the burden to another person.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young woman is pursued by an unknown supernatural force following a sexual encounter."

### Why Watch
- unique premise
- suspenseful pacing

### Caveats & Content Note
- slow narrative development
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains mature themes and supernatural violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, tense, ominous, atmospheric

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | MUBI, BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, MUBI Amazon Channel, Icon Film Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel, ITVX Premium | ITVX, Plex | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Shudder Amazon Channel, Shudder, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, Starz Amazon Channel, Shudder Apple TV Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Crave Amazon Channel | Crave, Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Robert Mitchell
- **Networks / Studios**: Two Flints, Northern Lights Films, Animal Kingdom

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Maika Monroe** as *Jay Height*
- **Keir Gilchrist** as *Paul*
- **Daniel Zovatto** as *Greg Hannigan*
- **Jake Weary** as *Hugh*
- **Olivia Luccardi** as *Yara*
- **Lili Sepe** as *Kelly Height*
- **Bailey Spry** as *Annie*
- **Carollette Phillips** as *Woman with Groceries*
- **Loren Bass** as *Annie's Father*
- **Charles Gertner** as *Neighbor Boy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise?
A young woman is stalked by a supernatural entity after a sexual encounter.

### Q: Is this a supernatural film?
Yes, the film features an unknown supernatural force.

### Q: Does the film feature a supernatural threat?
Yes, the protagonist is followed by an unknown supernatural entity.

### Q: Is the film a thriller?
The film centers on a woman pursued by a supernatural force.

### Q: What is the tone?
The film focuses on the persistent pursuit of the protagonist by an unknown force.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [It Follows — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/270303)
- [It Follows (2015) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/270303-it-follows/cast)
- [It Follows - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/It_Follows)
- [It Follows (2014) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3235888/fullcredits/)
- [It Follows - Wikipedia](https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/It_Follows)
- [It Follows (2015) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/it-follows/20054384/credits/)

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