---
title: "The Burnt Orange Heresy"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-burnt-orange-heresy-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 566872
imdb_id: "tt8342680"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 199
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Burnt Orange Heresy (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-burnt-orange-heresy-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Burnt Orange Heresy is a 2019 crime thriller film directed by Giuseppe Capotondi and written by Scott Smith, based on the book by Charles Willeford. The story follows an ambitious art dealer who is hired to steal a rare painting from an enigmatic painter, only to become consumed by greed and insecurity as the operation spirals out of control.

Presented for the first time at the Venice Film Festival in 2019 before its theatrical release in March 2020, the film features a cast that includes Claes Bang, Elizabeth Debicki, Mick Jagger, and Donald Sutherland. It combines elements of mystery and crime within the high-stakes world of art and ambition.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An ambitious art dealer is hired to steal a rare painting, but the operation spins out of control."

### Why Watch
- Directed by Giuseppe Capotondi with a screenplay by Scott Smith
- Based on the book by Charles Willeford
- Features a cast including Claes Bang, Elizabeth Debicki, Mick Jagger, and Donald Sutherland

### Caveats & Content Note
- Its fate on screens was seriously affected by the pandemic after premiering at the Venice Film Festival in 2019 and releasing in March 2020.
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated R and runs for 1 hour and 39 minutes, blending mystery, thriller, and crime genres.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #crime-thriller, #art-world, #greed, #mystery, #suspense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Giuseppe Capotondi
- **Networks / Studios**: MJZ, Rumble Films, Wonderful Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Claes Bang** as *James Figueras*
- **Elizabeth Debicki** as *Berenice Hollis*
- **Mick Jagger** as *Joseph Cassidy*
- **Donald Sutherland** as *Jerome Debney*
- **Rosalind Halstead** as *Evelina Macri*
- **Alessandro Fabrizi** as *Rodolfo*
- **Flaminia Fegarotti** as *Art Admirer (uncredited)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where to stream The Burnt Orange Heresy?
The provided sources do not list specific streaming platforms, but note that the film is available to rent or buy.

### Q: Is The Burnt Orange Heresy worth watching?
The film features a notable cast including Claes Bang, Elizabeth Debicki, Mick Jagger, and Donald Sutherland, and is based on a book by Charles Willeford.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 39 minutes.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch?
The Burnt Orange Heresy is a feature film rather than a series, so it has no episodes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Burnt Orange Heresy — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/566872)
- [The Burnt Orange Heresy (2019) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8342680)
- [The Burnt Orange Heresy (2020) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/566872-the-burnt-orange-heresy/cast)
- [The Burnt Orange Heresy - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Burnt_Orange_Heresy)
- [THE BURNT ORANGE HERESY | Sony Pictures Entertainment](https://www.sonypictures.com/)

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