---
title: "The Cage"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cage-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 553500
imdb_id: "tt7387292"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 62
community_rating: 3.8
vote_count: 4
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Cage (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cage-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The Cage" (2018).
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented names, dates, numbers, awards, ratings, etc.
Neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Cage
Year: 2018
Release Date: 04/19/2018 (KR)
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 1h 2m
Plot: After being framed in a murder, Nick returns to his troubled hometown Exalon, where he begins an affair with a young man working at a family restaurant.
Source [1]: Title "The Cage (2018)", Release date 04/19/2018 (KR), Genre Drama, Runtime 1h 2m, Plot (Nick framed for murder, returns to Exalon, affair with young man at family restaurant).
Source [2]: Mentions cast and crew credits exist but provides no specific names.
Source [3]: Refers to a different film "The Cage (1963)". Ignore this for the 2018 film.
Drafting - Attempt 1:
        The Cage is a drama film released in

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lior Shamriz
- **Networks / Studios**: Spektakulativ

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Kim Won-mok**
- **Kwon Ki-ha**
- **Ming Maa**
- **Theodore Bouloukos**
- **Jesse Hoffmann**
- **Won Tae-hee**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is The Cage worth watching?
The Cage holds a community rating of 3.8/10 based on 4 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Cage and when was it released?
The Cage is a feature film with a runtime of 62 minutes. It was released in 2018. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Cage?
The Cage was directed by Lior Shamriz.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Cage — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/553500)
- [The Cage (2018) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8808166/fullcredits/)
- [The Cage (1963)](https://www.themoviedb.org/)

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