---
title: "Mr. Pig"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/mr-pig-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 272820
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 100
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Mr. Pig (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/mr-pig-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Mr. Pig is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Relic Pictures, Canana, Videocine. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An aging farmer journeys to Mexico to sell his prize hog and reunite with old friends."

### Why Watch
- Features a road trip journey
- Explores estranged family relationships
- Follows an aging farmer and his prize hog

### Caveats & Content Note
- Involves a foreclosed farm and past hardships
- Features family estrangement
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with themes of financial hardship and strained family relationships.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, adventurous, emotional, character-driven

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/mr-pig-2016#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Diego Luna
- **Networks / Studios**: Relic Pictures, Canana, Videocine

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Danny Glover** as *Ambrose*
- **Maya Rudolph** as *Eunice*
- **José María Yázpik** as *Payo*
- **Joel Murray** as *Gringo*
- **Angélica Aragón** as *Chila*
- **Gabriela Araujo** as *Brianda*
- **Paulino Partida** as *Ermilo*
- **Johanna Murillo** as *Payo's Wife*
- **Juan Pablo Medina** as *Customs Agent*
- **Pablo Cruz** as *Tourist*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Mr. Pig released?
The film was released in 2016.

### Q: What is the runtime of Mr. Pig?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes.

### Q: What is the main character's mission?
An aging farmer is on a mission to sell his last remaining prize hog and reunite with old friends.

### Q: Where does the journey take place?
The farmer journeys to Mexico.

### Q: Who joins the farmer on his trip?
His estranged daughter shows up, forcing them to embark on a road trip together.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Mr. Pig — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/272820)

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