---
title: "Pearl"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/pearl-2022"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 949423
imdb_id: "tt18925334"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 2647
content_rating: "R"
---

# Pearl (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/pearl-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Pearl" is a 2022 horror, drama, and thriller. It is set on a family's isolated farm where the protagonist, a young woman, is trapped. She aspires to a glamorous life like she's seen in movies, but her ambitions, temptations, and repressions collide. The story takes place in 1918, on a Texas farm, where the protagonist's isolation and desire for stardom lead her to extreme actions. The film is directed by Ti West and stars Mia Goth, David Corenswet, Tandi Wright, and Matthew Sunderland. The movie's runtime is 1 hour and 42 minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young woman on a remote farm pursues stardom while struggling against her restrictive family life."

### Why Watch
- compelling lead performance
- distinctive origin story

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains intense scenes
- slow-paced character study
- Tone & Suitability: This film is rated R and contains themes of violence and psychological distress.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: horror, drama, thriller, psychological

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ti West
- **Networks / Studios**: A24, Little Lamb Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mia Goth** as *Pearl*
- **David Corenswet** as *Projectionist*
- **Tandi Wright** as *Ruth*
- **Matthew Sunderland** as *Father*
- **Emma Jenkins-Purro** as *Mitsy*
- **Alistair Sewell** as *Howard*
- **Amelia Reid** as *Margaret*
- **Gabe McDonnell** as *Woman*
- **Lauren Stewart** as *Pianist*
- **Todd Rippon** as *Director*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is this a sequel?
It is the second installment in the X film series and serves as a prequel.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Ti West.

### Q: Who stars in the lead role?
Mia Goth stars as the title character, Pearl.

### Q: When is the film set?
The story takes place in 1918.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
It is categorized as a horror, drama, and thriller film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Pearl — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/949423)
- [Pearl (2022 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pearl_(2022_film))
- [Pearl (2022) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18925334/)
- [Pearl (2022) | Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/pearl_2022)
- [Pearl streaming: where to watch movie online? - JustWatch](https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/pearl-2022)
- [Watch Pearl | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/81630892)

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