---
title: "Send Help"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/send-help-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1198994
imdb_id: "tt8036976"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 113
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 1975
content_rating: "R"
---

# Send Help (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/send-help-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Send Help is a 2026 film directed by Sam Raimi that follows two colleagues who become stranded on a deserted island following a plane crash. The film features a cast including Rachel McAdams, Dylan O'Brien, Edyll Ismail, and Dennis Haysbert. The story centers on an overworked analyst and her arrogant boss who find themselves as the only survivors of the crash near Thailand. While on the island, the pair must overcome past grievances and navigate a shifting workplace power dynamic that collapses as they attempt to work together. Ultimately, the survival situation becomes a battle of wills and wits as they struggle to make it out alive. The production premiered at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on January 21, 2026, before receiving a United States release by 20th Century Studios on January 30. The film was produced on a budget of 40 million dollars and grossed 94 million dollars, receiving positive reviews from critics upon its release.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two colleagues stranded on a deserted island must survive each other."

### Why Watch
- sharp workplace satire
- gripping survival stakes
- strong lead performances

### Caveats & Content Note
- slow pacing in middle act
- predictable genre beats
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for mature audiences due to intense survival themes and mild language.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: survival, tense, character-driven, claustrophobic, witty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Hulu | 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 | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Sam Raimi
- **Networks / Studios**: Raimi Productions, 20th Century Studios, TSG Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rachel McAdams** as *Linda Liddle*
- **Dylan O'Brien** as *Bradley Preston*
- **Edyll Ismail** as *Zuri*
- **Dennis Haysbert** as *Franklin*
- **Xavier Samuel** as *Donovan*
- **Chris Pang** as *Chase*
- **Thaneth Warakulnukroh** as *Boat Captain*
- **Emma Raimi** as *River*
- **Kristy Best** as *Polly Perera*
- **Francesca Waters** as *Barbara*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is Send Help based on a book?
No, it is an original screenplay.

### Q: Where was the movie filmed?
Filming locations included jungle and island settings, though specific details are not confirmed.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 90 minutes.

### Q: Does it have post-credits scenes?
No, there are no post-credits scenes.

### Q: Is it available to stream?
Yes, it is available to stream on major platforms as of its 2026 release.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [SEND Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/send)
- [Send Help - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Send_Help)
- [Send Anywhere - File transfer](https://send-anywhere.com/)
- [Send Help (2026) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8036976/)
- [LocalSend: Share files to nearby devices](https://localsend.org/)
- [Send Help (2026) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1198994-send-help)

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