---
title: "The Fanatic"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-fanatic-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 509853
imdb_id: "tt7869070"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 4.4
vote_count: 343
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Fanatic (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-fanatic-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Fanatic is a 2019 American psychological thriller directed and co-written by Fred Durst. The film follows Moose, an autistic man who develops an unhealthy obsession with his favorite action hero, Hunter Dunbar, and begins to stalk him. The story examines the consequences of this fixation as the fan's actions begin to destroy the actor's life.

The film features a cast including John Travolta, Devon Sawa, Ana Golja, Jacob Grodnik, and James Paxton. Rated R, the production maintains a dark and focused narrative pace throughout its 89-minute runtime, centering entirely on the escalating conflict between the two primary characters.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An obsessed fan stalks his favorite action hero, leading to the systematic destruction of the star's life."

### Why Watch
- A lead performance by John Travolta as the central character Moose
- Direction and co-writing by Fred Durst
- An exploration of the dark side of celebrity fandom

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film depicts a disturbing and intense narrative regarding an unhealthy obsession
- Tone & Suitability: This is a psychological thriller with an intense, unsettling tone and a runtime of one hour and twenty-nine minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #psychological-thriller, #obsessive-behavior, #stalker-narrative, #celebrity-obsession, #intense-character-study, #crime-drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Screambox Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Fred Durst
- **Networks / Studios**: Daniel Grodnik Productions, Fig Production Group, Media Finance Capital

## Key Cast Continuity

- **John Travolta** as *Moose*
- **Devon Sawa** as *Hunter Dunbar*
- **Ana Golja** as *Leah*
- **James Paxton** as *Slim*
- **Jessica Uberuaga** as *Brenda*
- **Luis Da Silva, Jr.** as *Luis*
- **Josh Richman** as *Aaron*
- **Jacob Grodnik** as *Todd*
- **Elle Matarazzo** as *Agent*
- **Rob Wolfe** as *Autograph Seeker*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Fanatic?
The film is available on various platforms; you can check current availability through services like The Movie Database or Plex.

### Q: Is The Fanatic worth watching?
Whether the film is worth watching depends on your interest in psychological thrillers and the specific performances of the lead cast.

### Q: What is the duration of the film?
The Fanatic has a runtime of one hour and twenty-nine minutes.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed and co-written by Fred Durst.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Fanatic — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/509853)
- [The Fanatic (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Fanatic_(film))
- [The Fanatic (2019) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7869070/fullcredits/)
- [The Fanatic (2019) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/509853-the-fanatic/cast)
- [The Fanatic (film) - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/The_Fanatic_(film))

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