---
title: "Melancholia"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/melancholia-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 62215
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 136
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Melancholia (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/melancholia-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Melancholia is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Drama, Science Fiction. Produced and broadcast by Zentropa Entertainments, Memfis Film, Zentropa International Sweden. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two sisters face a strained relationship while a mysterious new planet threatens Earth."

### Why Watch
- Explores complex family dynamics between two sisters
- Features a high-stakes cosmic threat to Earth

### Caveats & Content Note
- Deals with a strained and challenging family relationship
- Involves the looming threat of a planetary collision
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains dramatic themes regarding a strained family relationship and an impending planetary threat.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, science fiction, tense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/melancholia-2011#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lars von Trier
- **Networks / Studios**: Zentropa Entertainments, Memfis Film, Zentropa International Sweden

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kirsten Dunst** as *Justine*
- **Charlotte Gainsbourg** as *Claire*
- **Kiefer Sutherland** as *John*
- **Alexander Skarsgård** as *Michael*
- **Cameron Spurr** as *Leo*
- **Stellan Skarsgård** as *Jack*
- **John Hurt** as *Dexter*
- **Brady Corbet** as *Tim*
- **Jesper Christensen** as *Little Father*
- **Charlotte Rampling** as *Gaby*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Melancholia released in the US?
The film was released on 11/11/2011 in the US.

### Q: What genres is Melancholia classified under?
It is classified under drama and science fiction.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes.

### Q: What is the main plot of the movie?
Two sisters find their already strained relationship challenged as a mysterious new planet threatens to collide with Earth.

### Q: What rating does the movie carry?
The film carries an R rating.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Melancholia — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/62215)

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