---
title: "Teeth"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/teeth-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 13121
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Teeth (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Teeth is a film first released in 2008. Catalogued under Comedy, Horror. Produced and broadcast by Teeth, Pierpoline Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A teen discovers a deadly secret when her first kiss goes terrifyingly wrong."

### Why Watch
- Sharp blend of teen comedy and body horror
- Bold commentary on sexuality and consent
- Memorable, darkly humorous premise

### Caveats & Content Note
- Violent and graphic sexual content may unsettle some viewers
- Tone shifts between comedy and horror can feel uneven
- Tone & Suitability: The film features graphic violence and explicit sexual themes, making it suitable for mature audiences only.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dark, satirical, teen, horror-comedy, twisty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/teeth-2008#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Mitchell Lichtenstein
- **Networks / Studios**: Teeth, Pierpoline Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jess Weixler** as *Dawn O'Keefe*
- **John Hensley** as *Brad*
- **Josh Pais** as *Dr. Godfrey*
- **Hale Appleman** as *Tobey*
- **Lenny Von Dohlen** as *Bill*
- **Vivienne Benesch** as *Kim*
- **Ashley Springer** as *Ryan*
- **Nicole Swahn** as *Melanie*
- **Laila Liliana Garro** as *Gwen*
- **Adam Wagner** as *Phil*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the protagonist’s name?
The main character is named Dawn.

### Q: What club does Dawn belong to?
She is an active member of her high‑school chastity club.

### Q: Which myth does the film reference?
It references the vagina dentata myth.

### Q: What genres does the film combine?
Teeth blends comedy and horror.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in 2008.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Teeth — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/13121)

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