---
title: "The Benefactor"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-benefactor-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 328901
imdb_id: "tt3165630"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 4.9
vote_count: 256
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Benefactor (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-benefactor-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: The Benefactor (originally titled Franny).
Year: 2015.
Genre: American drama film.
Writer/Director: Andrew Renzi.
Cast: Richard Gere, Dakota Fanning, Theo James, Clarke Peters.
Premiere: Tribeca Film Festival on April 17, 2015.
US Release: January 15, 2016 (limited release and through video).
Runtime: 1h 30m.
Synopsis 1: A newly married couple are forced to navigate the all-consuming interest of a powerful, mysterious, and possessive philanthropist.
Synopsis 2: His help comes at a price.
Synopsis 3: A philanthropist meddles

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Philo, Starz Amazon Channel, Starz, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Starz Apple TV channel, Peacock Premium Plus | The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Andrew Renzi
- **Networks / Studios**: Audax Films, Celerity Pictures, Follow Through Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Richard Gere** as *Franny*
- **Dakota Fanning** as *Olivia*
- **Theo James** as *Luke*
- **Dylan Baker** as *Bobby*
- **Cheryl Hines** as *Mia*
- **Brian Anthony Wilson** as *Jesse*
- **Justin Goncalves** as *Javier*
- **Dennisha Pratt** as *Sharon*
- **Matthew Daisher** as *Toby*
- **Michael Daisher** as *Toby*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Benefactor online?
The Benefactor is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Philo, Starz Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Benefactor worth watching?
The Benefactor holds a community rating of 4.9/10 based on 256 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Benefactor and when was it released?
The Benefactor is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2015. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Benefactor?
The Benefactor was directed by Andrew Renzi.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Benefactor — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/328901)
- [The Benefactor (2015 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Benefactor_(2015_film))
- [The Benefactor (2015) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3165630/fullcredits/)
- [The Benefactor (2015) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/328901-the-benefactor/cast)
- [The Benefactor (2015 film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/The_Benefactor_(2015_film))
- [The Benefactor (2015) – Treehouse Pictures](http://treehouse.pictures/portfolio/the-benefactor-2015/)

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