---
title: "Patriots Day"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/patriots-day-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 388399
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 133
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Patriots Day (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Patriots Day is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Action, Crime, Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by TIK Films, Closest to the Hole Productions, Bluegrass Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A determined police sergeant leads a frantic hunt for the Boston Marathon bombers."

### Why Watch
- Based on real events
- High-stakes action
- Focus on first responders

### Caveats & Content Note
- Graphic depictions of terrorism may be distressing
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains graphic depictions of terrorism and its aftermath, suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: tense, gritty, realistic, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Peter Berg
- **Networks / Studios**: TIK Films, Closest to the Hole Productions, Bluegrass Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mark Wahlberg** as *Sgt. Tommy Saunders*
- **John Goodman** as *Commisioner Ed Davis*
- **J.K. Simmons** as *Sgt. Jeffrey Pugliese*
- **Kevin Bacon** as *Richard DesLauriers*
- **Michelle Monaghan** as *Carol Saunders*
- **Alex Wolff** as *Dzhokhar Tsarnaev*
- **Themo Melikidze** as *Tamerlan Tsarnaev*
- **Michael Beach** as *Gov. Deval Patrick*
- **Vincent Curatola** as *Mayor Thomas Menino*
- **James Colby** as *Superintendent Billy Evans*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What real event does Patriots Day portray?
It dramatizes the investigation and manhunt following the Boston Marathon bombings.

### Q: Are the characters based on actual people?
Yes, the film portrays real first responders, survivors, and investigators involved in the case.

### Q: What genres describe the film?
Patriots Day is classified as an action, crime, drama, history, and thriller film.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 2 hours and 13 minutes.

### Q: When was Patriots Day released in the United States?
It was released on December 21, 2016.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Patriots Day — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/388399)

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