---
title: "Jefftowne"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/jefftowne-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 110620
imdb_id: "tt0220585"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 58
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 5
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Jefftowne (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/jefftowne-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Jefftowne is a 1997 American documentary film distributed by Troma Entertainment. The production was shot, directed, and edited by Daniel Kraus. The documentary chronicles the life of Jeff Towne, a forty-year-old Iowa City resident. Towne lives with his ninety-year-old adoptive grandmother and has Down syndrome, obesity, alcoholism, and circulation problems. Additionally, the film portrays him as a wrestling fanatic who enjoys beer and pornography.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Daniel Kraus
- **Networks / Studios**: Troma Entertainment, The University of Iowa, the fine arts council

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Marcus Dunstan** as *Self*
- **Hulk Hogan** as *Self*
- **Daniel Kraus** as *Self*
- **Genevieve Lutgen** as *Self*
- **William Shatner** as *Self*
- **Jeff Towne** as *Self*
- **Kim Davis** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Jefftowne online?
Jefftowne is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Jefftowne worth watching?
Jefftowne holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 5 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Jefftowne and when was it released?
Jefftowne is a feature film with a runtime of 58 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Jefftowne?
Jefftowne was directed by Daniel Kraus.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Jefftowne — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/110620)
- [Jefftowne - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jefftowne)
- [Jefftowne (1997) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/110620-jefftowne)
- [Jefftowne (1997) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0220585/)
- [Jefftowne (1997) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/jefftowne/credits)
- [Jefftowne — Grokipedia](https://grokipedia.com/page/Jefftowne)

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