---
title: "The Dinner"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-dinner-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 401546
imdb_id: "tt3203620"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 4.5
vote_count: 322
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Dinner (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-dinner-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Dinner is a 2017 American psychological thriller directed by Oren Moverman. Based on the 2009 novel by Herman Koch, the story follows two brothers and their wives as they meet at a haute-cuisine restaurant to debate how to handle a horrific crime committed by their sons.

The film functions as a drama and mystery that explores how a quartet's conversation can reopen old wounds between siblings. It carries an R rating and focuses on the question of how far parents will go to protect their children.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two brothers and their wives meet to discuss a horrific crime committed by their sons."

### Why Watch
- Based on the 2009 novel by Herman Koch
- Features a psychological thriller premise
- Directed by Oren Moverman

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film focuses on a single, intense debate among four people
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated R and explores themes of horrific crimes and family conflict.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #psychological-thriller, #haute-cuisine-setting, #family-drama, #mystery, #tense-conversation

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, Pluto TV, Plex, Plex Channel, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | fuboTV | Plex | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Oren Moverman
- **Networks / Studios**: ChubbCo Film, Post Factory NY, BlackBird

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Richard Gere** as *Stan Lohman*
- **Laura Linney** as *Claire Lohman*
- **Steve Coogan** as *Paul Lohman*
- **Rebecca Hall** as *Katelyn Lohman*
- **Chloë Sevigny** as *Barbara Lohman*
- **Michael Chernus** as *Dylan Heinz*
- **Seamus Davey-Fitzpatrick** as *Rick Lohman*
- **Charlie Plummer** as *Michael Lohman*
- **Adepero Oduye** as *Nina*
- **Dominic Colón** as *Rafael*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Dinner?
The provided sources do not specify which streaming platforms currently host the film.

### Q: Is The Dinner worth watching?
The film is a psychological thriller based on a novel that explores intense family dynamics and moral dilemmas.

### Q: How long is the film?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours.

### Q: Is this a series or a movie?
The Dinner is a 2017 feature film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Dinner — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/401546)
- [The Dinner (2017 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dinner_(2017_film))
- [The Dinner (2017) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3203620/fullcredits/)
- [The Dinner (2017) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/401546-the-dinner/cast)
- [더 디너 (2017년 영화)](https://ko.wikipedia.org/wiki/%EB%8D%94_%EB%94%94%EB%84%88_(2017%EB%85%84_%EC%98%81%ED%99%94))
- [THE DINNER – Matson Films](http://matsonfilms.com/films/dinner-the/)

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