---
title: "Pawn"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/pawn-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 165739
imdb_id: "tt1551630"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 5.6
vote_count: 198
content_rating: "R"
---

# Pawn (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/pawn-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Pawn is a film first released in 2013. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Imprint Entertainment, Most Films, Extravaganza Entertainment. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A petty robbery erupts into a tense hostage standoff."

### Why Watch
- Tight, suspenseful pacing
- Intense hostage drama
- Compact runtime keeps tension high

### Caveats & Content Note
- Short runtime may limit character depth
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense hostage scenes and violent crime, making it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, thriller, tense, claustrophobic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | YouTube TV, Cinemax Amazon Channel, Cinemax Apple TV Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David A. Armstrong
- **Networks / Studios**: Imprint Entertainment, Most Films, Extravaganza Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sean Faris** as *Nick*
- **Forest Whitaker** as *Will*
- **Nikki Reed** as *Amanda*
- **Ray Liotta** as *Man in the Suit*
- **Michael Chiklis** as *Derrick*
- **Jonathan Bennett** as *Aaron*
- **Stephen Lang** as *Charlie*
- **Marton Csokas** as *Lieutenant Barnes*
- **Common** as *Jeff Porter*
- **Jessica Szohr** as *Bonnie*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What triggers the main conflict in "Pawn"?
A petty robbery at a diner that serves as a mob front escalates into a hostage situation.

### Q: How many gunmen are involved in the robbery?
Three gunmen hold up the diner.

### Q: What genre does "Pawn" belong to?
It is classified as a crime thriller.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes.

### Q: When was "Pawn" released in the United States?
It was released on April 23, 2013.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Pawn — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/165739)
- [Pawn (2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13273172)
- [Pawn (chess) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pawn_(chess))

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