---
title: "Red"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/red-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 13200
imdb_id: "tt0972883"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 295
content_rating: "R"
---

# Red (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/red-2008

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Red is a 2008 drama and thriller film directed in the United States and released on August 8, 2008. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and carries an R rating. The story centers on Avery, a reclusive older man whose best friend is his dog named Red. When three teenagers kill Red without reason, Avery sets out for justice and redemption, initially attempting to follow the letter of the law. However, when the law fails him and the father of the boys clearly defines right and wrong in his own way, Avery is pushed to avenge himself by any means possible.

## 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 | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, FlixFling, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lucky McKee, Trygve Allister Diesen
- **Networks / Studios**: Billy Goat Pictures, Tenk

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Brian Cox** as *Avery Ludlow*
- **Noel Fisher** as *Danny*
- **Kyle Gallner** as *Harold*
- **Shiloh Fernandez** as *Pete Doust*
- **Kim Dickens** as *Carrie*
- **Marcia Bennett** as *Emma*
- **Richard Riehle** as *Sam*
- **Tom Sizemore** as *Michael McCormack*
- **Ashley Laurence** as *Mrs. McCormack*
- **Robert Englund** as *Mr. Doust*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Red online?
Red 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 Red worth watching?
Red holds a community rating of 6.3/10 based on 295 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Red and when was it released?
Red is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Red?
Red was directed by Lucky McKee, Trygve Allister Diesen.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Red — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/13200)

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