---
title: "Poor Things"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/poor-things-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 792307
imdb_id: "tt14230458"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 141
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 5571
content_rating: "R"
---

# Poor Things (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Poor Things" is a 2023 production directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, based on the 1992 novel by Alasdair Gray. The story revolves around a young woman who is brought back to life by an unorthodox scientist, and she subsequently runs off with a lawyer on a journey across the continents. This adventure allows her to experience life free from the prejudices of her time, and she becomes steadfast in her purpose to stand for equality and liberation. The film is a co-production and features elements of science fiction, romance, and comedy.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A woman brought back to life by a scientist embarks on an adventurous journey across continents."

### Why Watch
- unique premise
- character-driven narrative

### Caveats & Content Note
- unconventional themes
- Tone & Suitability: The film features themes of scientific experimentation and social liberation.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: whimsical, adventurous, liberating

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Yorgos Lanthimos
- **Networks / Studios**: Searchlight Pictures, Film4 Productions, TSG Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Emma Stone** as *Bella Baxter*
- **Mark Ruffalo** as *Duncan Wedderburn*
- **Willem Dafoe** as *Godwin Baxter*
- **Ramy Youssef** as *Max McCandles*
- **Christopher Abbott** as *Alfie Blessington*
- **Suzy Bemba** as *Toinette*
- **Jerrod Carmichael** as *Harry Astley*
- **Kathryn Hunter** as *Swiney*
- **Vicki Pepperdine** as *Mrs. Prim*
- **Hanna Schygulla** as *Martha Von Kurtzroc*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
It follows a young woman brought back to life who travels the world to seek equality.

### Q: Who created the woman?
An unorthodox scientist brought her back to life.

### Q: Does she travel alone?
She runs off with a lawyer on a whirlwind adventure.

### Q: What is the protagonist's goal?
She seeks to stand for equality and liberation.

### Q: What is the setting?
The story takes place across several continents.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Poor Things — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/792307)
- [Poor Things (film)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poor_Things_(film))
- [Poor Things movie review & film summary (2023) | Roger Ebert](http://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/poor-things-movie-review-2023)
- [Poor Things Review: Lanthimos and Stone Deliver One of 2023's Be…](https://thatshelf.com/?p=132157)

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