---
title: "The Black Hole"
year: 2006
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-black-hole-2006"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 19312
imdb_id: "tt0433883"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 4.4
vote_count: 67
content_rating: "PG"
---

# The Black Hole (2006) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-black-hole-2006

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Black Hole" (2006).
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Title: The Black Hole
Year: 2006
Format: American television film (TV Movie)
Production: Produced for the Sci-Fi channel
Director: Tibor Takács
Cast: Judd Nelson, Kristy Swanson
Genres: Science Fiction, Thriller
Rating: PG
Release Date (US): 06/10/2006
Runtime: 1h 30m
Plot: It's 2 A.M. in St. Louis when a routine scientific experiment goes terribly wrong and an explosion shakes the city. A scientific team investigates, clashing with an intergalactic, voltage-devouring creature that vaporizes them.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline):
        The Black Hole is a 2006 American television film. It was produced for the Sci-Fi channel and directed by Tibor Takács. The film stars Judd Nelson and Kristy Swanson. Categorized as a science fiction thriller, the movie

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel | Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex, YouTube Free | Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Plex | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tibor Takács
- **Networks / Studios**: Active Entertainment, Millennium Media

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kristy Swanson** as *Shannon Muir*
- **Judd Nelson** as *Eric Bryce*
- **David Selby** as *Ryker*
- **Christa Campbell** as *Advisor Coldwell*
- **Daniel Buran** as *Kent*
- **Jennifer Lyn Quackenbush** as *Elizabeth*
- **Julia Sinks** as *Kayley*
- **Tim Snay** as *Hayes*
- **Chris Nolte** as *Hendricks*
- **Robert Giardina** as *James*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Black Hole online?
The Black Hole is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Black Hole worth watching?
The Black Hole holds a community rating of 4.4/10 based on 67 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Science Fiction, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Black Hole and when was it released?
The Black Hole is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2006. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Black Hole?
The Black Hole was directed by Tibor Takács.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Black Hole — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/19312)
- [The Black Hole (2006 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Black_Hole_(2006_film))
- [The Black Hole (TV Movie 2006) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0433883/fullcredits/)
- [The Black Hole (2006) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/19312-the-black-hole/cast)
- [The Black Hole (2024) Movie Review from Eye for Film](https://www.eyeforfilm.co.uk/review/the-black-hole-2024-film-review-by-marko-stojiljkovic)

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