---
title: "May December"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/may-december-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 839369
imdb_id: "tt13651794"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 117
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 1045
content_rating: "R"
---

# May December (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/may-december-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

May December is a 2023 film centered on the arrival of an actress who intends to conduct research for a project based on a couple's history. The narrative focuses on a married couple whose relationship was the subject of a notorious tabloid romance that gripped the nation twenty years prior to the events of the film. As the actress begins her investigation into their past, the couple finds themselves buckling under the resulting pressure. The story explores the tension that arises as the external interest in their history forces the pair to confront the scrutiny they have lived with for two decades. By examining the intersection of professional research and personal history, the film depicts the strain placed on the marriage when the details of their life are revisited for public consumption. The plot centers on the internal and external challenges faced by the couple as they navigate the consequences of their past becoming the focus of a new cinematic production.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A married couple's quiet life unravels when an actress researches their infamous past."

### Why Watch
- Directed by Todd Haynes
- Sharp look at fame’s fallout
- Strong screenplay by Samy Burch

### Caveats & Content Note
- Dark tone may deter some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film features mature themes and a darkly comedic tone, making it best suited for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: psychological, darkly comedic, intimate, slow-burn

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Sky Go, Now TV Cinema | None | Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | SBS On Demand | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Todd Haynes
- **Networks / Studios**: Gloria Sanchez Productions, Killer Films, MountainA

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Natalie Portman** as *Elizabeth*
- **Julianne Moore** as *Gracie*
- **Charles Melton** as *Joe Yoo*
- **Cory Michael Smith** as *Georgie*
- **Elizabeth Yu** as *Mary Atherton-Yoo*
- **Gabriel Chung** as *Charlie Atherton-Yoo*
- **Piper Curda** as *Honor Atherton-Yoo*
- **D.W. Moffett** as *Tom Atherton*
- **Chris Tenzis** as *Aaron*
- **Andrea Frankle** as *Rhonda*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does May December belong to?
May December is a psychological black comedy drama.

### Q: Who directed May December?
The film was directed by Todd Haynes.

### Q: Who wrote the screenplay?
Samy Burch wrote the screenplay, based on a story by Burch.

### Q: What is the film’s central premise?
It follows a married couple twenty years after a tabloid romance when an actress arrives to research a film about their past.

### Q: When was May December released?
The film was released in 2023, with a US release on November 17, 2023.

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