---
title: "Krampus"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/krampus-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 287903
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Krampus (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Krampus is a film first released in 2015. Catalogued under Horror, Comedy, Fantasy. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures, Legendary Pictures, Zam Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A family's holiday feud awakens a demonic yuletide spirit."

### Why Watch
- A clever mix of horror, comedy, and holiday fantasy
- Features a cast led by Adam Scott and Toni Collette

### Caveats & Content Note
- Mixed critical reception, with a modest 56% rating on some review sites
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teens and adults; PG-13 horror comedy with supernatural scares.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: horror, comedy, fantasy, dark, holiday

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/krampus-2015#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Michael Dougherty
- **Networks / Studios**: Universal Pictures, Legendary Pictures, Zam Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Adam Scott** as *Tom*
- **Toni Collette** as *Sarah*
- **David Koechner** as *Howard*
- **Allison Tolman** as *Linda*
- **Conchata Ferrell** as *Aunt Dorothy*
- **Emjay Anthony** as *Max*
- **Stefania LaVie Owen** as *Beth*
- **Krista Stadler** as *Omi*
- **Lolo Owen** as *Stevie*
- **Queenie Samuel** as *Jordan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does Krampus belong to?
Krampus is categorized as horror, comedy, and fantasy.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The movie was directed by Michael Dougherty.

### Q: When was Krampus released in the United States?
It was released on December 4, 2015 in the US.

### Q: What is the film’s MPAA rating?
Krampus received a PG-13 rating.

### Q: Which actors star in the film?
The cast includes Adam Scott, Toni Collette, David Koechner, and Emjay Anthony.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Krampus — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/287903)
- [Krampus (2015) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3850590/)
- [Krampus (2015) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/nl/film/384558-krampus/overzicht/)
- [Krampus - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krampus)
- [Krampus: Origins of the Yuletide Monster | Monstrum](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuSrajd9D8k)

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