---
title: "Lou"
year: 2010
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/lou-2010"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 71779
imdb_id: "tt1451395"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 86
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 12
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Lou (2010) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/lou-2010

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Released on June 17, 2010, in Australia, Lou is a drama film directed and produced with a runtime of one hour and twenty-six minutes. The dramatic feature explores complex family dynamics within a household experiencing significant tension. The story centers on a character named Rhia and her relationship with her daughter, Lou. This maternal relationship reaches an all-time low point when Rhia allows her father-in-law, Doyle, to move into their home. Doyle is living with Alzheimer's disease. Additional problems and complications arise within the household when Doyle mistakenly identifies his granddaughter Lou as his late wife, Annie. The film explores the challenges brought on by Doyle's condition and the strain it places on the family members living together.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Belinda Chayko

## Key Cast Continuity

- **John Hurt** as *Doyle*
- **Emily Barclay** as *Rhia*
- **Lily Bell Tindley** as *Lou*
- **Jay Ryan** as *Cosmo*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is Lou worth watching?
Lou holds a community rating of 6.8/10 based on 12 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Lou and when was it released?
Lou is a feature film with a runtime of 86 minutes. It was released in 2010. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Lou?
Lou was directed by Belinda Chayko.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Lou — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/71779)

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