---
title: "The Accountant"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-accountant-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 302946
imdb_id: "tt2140479"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 128
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 7443
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Accountant (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-accountant-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "The Accountant" is a 2016 action-thriller. The story revolves around a mathematically gifted individual who uses his exceptional skills to assist a new client. This individual's activities attract the attention of the Treasury Department, which initiates an investigation. As a result of this investigation, the body count increases. The film is categorized as an action-thriller and was released in 2016. It features a protagonist with exceptional mathematical abilities who becomes embroiled in a complex situation. The Treasury Department's pursuit of this individual leads to a series of events that escalate into violence. The film's plot centers around the protagonist's activities and the consequences that follow the Treasury Department's investigation. The movie's release year and genre are established facts, providing a foundation for understanding the story's context and themes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A math savant uncovers financial discrepancies while evading government agents and rising violence."

### Why Watch
- engaging premise
- intense atmosphere

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains violent sequences
- Tone & Suitability: This film is rated R for violence and language.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, thriller, drama, tense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | YouTube TV | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, HBO Max | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Stan, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gavin O'Connor
- **Networks / Studios**: Zero Gravity Management, Electric City Entertainment, RatPac Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ben Affleck** as *Christian Wolff*
- **Anna Kendrick** as *Dana Cummings*
- **J.K. Simmons** as *Ray King*
- **Jon Bernthal** as *Brax*
- **Jeffrey Tambor** as *Francis Silverberg*
- **Cynthia Addai-Robinson** as *Marybeth Medina*
- **John Lithgow** as *Lamar Blackburn*
- **Jean Smart** as *Rita Blackburn*
- **Andy Umberger** as *Ed Chilton*
- **Alison Wright** as *Justine*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
The film is categorized as crime, thriller, and drama.

### Q: When was the film released in the US?
The film was released on 10/14/2016.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes.

### Q: What is the premise?
A math savant works to uncook the books for a client while being pursued by the Treasury Department.

### Q: Is the film suitable for all audiences?
The film carries an R rating, indicating it may not be suitable for younger viewers.

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