---
title: "My Animal"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/my-animal-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1058689
imdb_id: "tt23572542"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 4.5
vote_count: 29
content_rating: "R"
---

# My Animal (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: My Animal
Year: 2023
Genre: Horror, Romance, Fantasy (TMDB); Canadian supernatural horror romance (Wikipedia).
Director: Jacqueline Castel (feature directorial debut).
Writer: Jae Matthews.
Cast: Bobbi Salvör Menuez, Amandla Stenberg, Heidi von Palleske, Cory Lipman, Charles F. Halpenny, Harrison W Halpenny, Joe Apollonio, Scott Thompson, Dean McDerm.
Runtime: 1h 39m.
Rating: R.
Release Date: 09/08/2023 (US).
Plot: Heather lives in seclusion on the outskirts of a small town, tormented by a hidden family curse. When she falls for the rebellious Jonny, their connection threatens to unravel Heather's suppressed desires, tempting her to unleash the animal within.
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## 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 | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jacqueline Castel
- **Networks / Studios**: Band with Pictures, Good Movies, XYZ Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bobbi Salvör Menuez** as *Heather*
- **Amandla Stenberg** as *Jonny*
- **Heidi von Palleske** as *Patti*
- **Stephen McHattie** as *Henry*
- **Cory Lipman** as *Rick*
- **Joe Apollonio** as *Otto*
- **Charles F Halpenny** as *Cooper*
- **Harrison W Halpenny** as *Hardy*
- **David R Carter** as *Sinewy Bouncer*
- **Gabriel Campoverde** as *Andy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is My Animal worth watching?
My Animal holds a community rating of 4.5/10 based on 29 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror, Romance for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie My Animal and when was it released?
My Animal is a feature film with a runtime of 99 minutes. It was released in 2023. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed My Animal?
My Animal was directed by Jacqueline Castel.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [My Animal — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1058689)
- [My Animal (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/My_Animal_(film))
- [My Animal (2023) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt23572542/fullcredits/)
- [My Animal (2023) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1058689-my-animal/cast)
- [My Animal (2023) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/my-animal/SE8Ur9fROhjQWrxtyQN4g7/credits/)
- [My Animal - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/my-animal/cast/2060078534/)

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