---
title: "The Boat Builder"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-boat-builder-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 364651
imdb_id: "tt3704854"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 15
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Boat Builder (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Boat Builder is a 2015 American independent drama film directed by Arnold Grossman and starring Christopher Lloyd and Jane Kaczmarek. The film is based on a novel by Grossman and marks his directorial debut. The cast also includes David Lascher and Tekola Cornetet. The story follows an embittered old mariner who wants only to finish building his boat so he can set out to sea. However, from local officials to a troubled foster kid or unwanted young orphan, the world keeps intervening to test his determination to make something of his golden years. Together, the grumpy old sailor and the young orphan form an unlikely bond while building the boat. The production falls under the drama and family genres, with a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes, and was released in the United States on November sixth, 2015.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, FlixFling, UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Dove Amazon Channel, UP Faith & Family Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, FlixFling |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | FlixFling | Plex, Cineverse | FlixFling |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Arnold Grossman
- **Networks / Studios**: Reunion Films, Blue Creek Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Christopher Lloyd** as *Abner*
- **Jane Kaczmarek** as *Katherine*
- **David Lascher** as *Charles*
- **Jeffrey Weissman** as *Bud*
- **Rachel Resheff** as *Ruth*
- **Joseph John Schirle** as *Duffy*
- **Tekola Cornetet** as *Rick*
- **Jennifer Stuckert** as *Laura*
- **Aaron Wilton** as *Will*
- **Hayley Gagner** as *Pedestrian / Cafe Patron*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Boat Builder online?
The Boat Builder is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, FlixFling, UP Faith & Family Apple TV channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Boat Builder worth watching?
The Boat Builder holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 15 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Family for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Boat Builder and when was it released?
The Boat Builder is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2015. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Boat Builder?
The Boat Builder was directed by Arnold Grossman.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Boat Builder — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/364651)
- [The Boat Builder - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Boat_Builder)
- [The Boat Builder (2015) Cast & Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-boat-builder/20073043/credits/)
- [The Boat Builder (2017) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3704854/)

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