---
title: "Sorry to Bother You"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/sorry-to-bother-you-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 424781
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 112
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Sorry to Bother You (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/sorry-to-bother-you-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Sorry to Bother You is a film first released in 2018. Catalogued under Fantasy, Science Fiction, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Cinereach, Significant Productions, MACRO. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A black telemarketer finds a magical key that launches him into a surreal, macabre world."

### Why Watch
- Sharp social satire
- Inventive visual style
- Strong lead performance

### Caveats & Content Note
- Divisive tone not for all viewers
- Complex narrative may feel overwhelming
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains dark humor and surreal violence, making it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: satirical, absurd, surreal, dark-comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/sorry-to-bother-you-2018#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Boots Riley
- **Networks / Studios**: Cinereach, Significant Productions, MACRO

## Key Cast Continuity

- **LaKeith Stanfield** as *Cassius Green*
- **Tessa Thompson** as *Detroit*
- **Jermaine Fowler** as *Salvador*
- **Omari Hardwick** as *Mr. _______*
- **Terry Crews** as *Sergio*
- **Kate Berlant** as *Diana DeBauchery*
- **Michael X. Sommers** as *Johnny*
- **Danny Glover** as *Langston*
- **Steven Yeun** as *Squeeze*
- **Armie Hammer** as *Steve Lift*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is a fantasy, science‑fiction comedy that functions as a social satire.

### Q: Who directed Sorry to Bother You?
Boots Riley directed the film.

### Q: Who are the main cast members?
LaKeith Stanfield leads, with Tessa Thompson, Jermaine Fowler, Omari Hardwick, and Terry Crews.

### Q: When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on July 6 2018 in the US.

### Q: What is the runtime of the movie?
The film runs approximately 1 hour 52 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Sorry to Bother You — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/424781)
- [Sorry to Bother You (2018) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/571996-prepacte-ze-vyrusujem/prehled/)
- [Sorry to Bother You (2018)](https://www.sms.cz/film/sorry-to-bother-you)
- [Sorry to Bother You (2018) - Hodnocení - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/film/162512-sorry-to-bother-you/hodnoceni)
- [Recenze: Sorry to Bother You - další fantastický režijní debut…](https://www.kinobox.cz/clanky/recenze/14582-recenze-sorry-to-bother-you-dalsi-fantasticky-rezijni-debut)

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