---
title: "Thanksgiving"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/thanksgiving-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1071215
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Thanksgiving (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "Thanksgiving" takes place in Plymouth, Massachusetts, the birthplace of the holiday. The story begins with a tragic event following a Black Friday riot. A series of mysterious and seemingly random killings then occurs in Plymouth, targeting residents. These killings are initially presented as isolated incidents, but they are later revealed to be part of a larger and more sinister plan. The plan is inspired by the holiday of Thanksgiving, but the specifics of the plot are not specified in the provided information. The film's events unfold in Plymouth, where the mysterious killer continues to pick off residents, leading to a deeper exploration of the holiday's significance and the motivations behind the killings. The film's focus on the holiday and the location adds to the sense of unease and tension, as the true nature of the killings is slowly revealed.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mysterious killer stalks Plymouth after a Black Friday tragedy."

### Why Watch
- Atmospheric holiday setting adds creepiness
- Tense cat-and-mouse chase
- Blend of horror and mystery

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime is under two hours, which may feel brief for some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: Contains intense violence and suspense, suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: horror, mystery, slasher, tense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/thanksgiving-2023#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Eli Roth
- **Networks / Studios**: Electromagnetic Productions, Dragonfly Entertainment, Spyglass Media Group

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Patrick Dempsey** as *Sheriff Eric Newlon*
- **Nell Verlaque** as *Jessica Wright*
- **Addison Rae** as *Gabriella Hearts*
- **Milo Manheim** as *Ryan Baker*
- **Jalen Thomas Brooks** as *Bobby Di Stasi*
- **Tomaso Sanelli** as *Evan Fletcher*
- **Jenna Warren** as *Yulia*
- **Gabriel Davenport** as *Claude Dybing*
- **Ty Olsson** as *Mitch Collins*
- **Gina Gershon** as *Amanda Collins*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Thanksgiving released?
It was released in the United States on November 17, 2023.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 1 hour 46 minutes.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a horror and mystery film.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The plot is set in Plymouth, Massachusetts, the historic birthplace of the Thanksgiving holiday.

### Q: What event triggers the killer's spree?
The killings begin after a Black Friday riot ends in tragedy.

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