---
title: "Mom and Dad"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/mom-and-dad-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 401561
imdb_id: "tt5462326"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 86
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 1100
content_rating: "R"
---

# Mom and Dad (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/mom-and-dad-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Mom and Dad is a 2018 joint British and American film directed by Brian Taylor that falls into the comedy, horror, and thriller genres. The story follows a suburban community where parents are mysteriously struck by an irresistible impulse to attack and kill their own offspring.

Culturally and critically, the feature received generally positive reviews from critics upon its release, though it underperformed at the box office. With a runtime of 1 hour and 26 minutes, it features a cast including Nicolas Cage, Selma Blair, and Lance Henriksen.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Parents in a suburban community are mysteriously overcome with the impulse to kill their children."

### Why Watch
- Features performances from cast members including Nicolas Cage, Selma Blair, and Lance Henriksen.
- Combines elements of comedy, horror, and thriller genres.
- Joint British and American production with a runtime of 1 hour and 26 minutes.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It underperformed at the box office.
- Tone & Suitability: The film blends comedy, horror, and thriller elements across a runtime of 1 hour and 26 minutes, and received generally positive reviews from critics despite underperforming at the box office.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #suburban-horror, #parental-rage, #dark-comedy, #thriller, #joint-production

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel | Plex Channel, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Stan | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Brian Taylor
- **Networks / Studios**: Armory Films, Zeal Media, Dovecheck Productions Ltd.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Nicolas Cage** as *Brent Ryan*
- **Selma Blair** as *Kendall Ryan*
- **Anne Winters** as *Carly Ryan*
- **Zackary Arthur** as *Joshua Ryan*
- **Robert T. Cunningham** as *Damon Hall*
- **Olivia Crocicchia** as *Riley*
- **Lance Henriksen** as *Mel Ryan*
- **Marilyn Dodds Frank** as *Barbara Ryan*
- **Samantha Lemole** as *Jenna*
- **Joseph D. Reitman** as *Homeroom Teacher*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream Mom and Dad?
Streaming availability can vary, but the film is listed as now streaming on platforms according to TMDB.

### Q: Is Mom and Dad worth watching?
It received generally positive reviews from critics, though it underperformed at the box office.

### Q: What is the run time or binge duration?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 26 minutes.

### Q: What are the essential episodes or viewing details?
This is a feature film rather than a series, so there are no episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Mom and Dad — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/401561)
- [Mom and Dad (2017 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mom_and_Dad_(2017_film))
- [Mom and Dad Blu-ray disk, (5053083146573) • Ceny, Recenze…](https://allegro.cz/produkt/mom-and-dad-blu-ray-disk-372698c4-130e-4af2-8a1f-f6d1ec001597)

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