---
title: "The Campaign"
year: 2012
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-campaign-2012"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 77953
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 85
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Campaign (2012) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-campaign-2012

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Campaign is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Location Gourmet, Gary Sanchez Productions, Everyman Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two eccentric candidates battle for a tiny North Carolina congressional seat."

### Why Watch
- Sharp political satire
- Strong comedic performances by Ferrell and Galifianakis

### Caveats & Content Note
- Humor may not appeal to all viewers
- Satire focuses on U.S. politics
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains adult humor and political satire, making it best suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: satirical, political, comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-campaign-2012#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jay Roach
- **Networks / Studios**: Location Gourmet, Gary Sanchez Productions, Everyman Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Will Ferrell** as *Cam Brady*
- **Zach Galifianakis** as *Marty Huggins*
- **Jason Sudeikis** as *Mitch Wilson*
- **Katherine LaNasa** as *Rose Brady*
- **Dylan McDermott** as *Tim Wattley*
- **Sarah Baker** as *Mitzi Huggins*
- **John Lithgow** as *Glen Motch*
- **Dan Aykroyd** as *Wade Motch*
- **Brian Cox** as *Raymond*
- **Karen Maruyama** as *Mrs. Yao*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed The Campaign (2012)?
The film was directed by Jay Roach.

### Q: Which actors play the rival politicians?
Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis star as the competing candidates.

### Q: What is the genre of The Campaign?
It is a political satire comedy.

### Q: When was The Campaign released in the United States?
It was released on August 10, 2012.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 25 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Campaign — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/77953)
- [The Campaign (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Campaign_(film))
- [The Campaign (1982) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/4354760-the-campaign)

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