---
title: "The Front"
year: 2010
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-front-2010"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 39433
imdb_id: "tt1493246"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 20
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Front (2010) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-front-2010

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Front is a 2010 television movie categorized within the mystery, crime, action, and thriller genres. Directed by Tom McLoughlin, the film features a cast including Andie MacDowell, Daniel Sunjata, Ashley Williams, and Joe Grifasi. The narrative follows a detective based in a Boston suburb who is assigned by a female district attorney to reopen a cold murder case. This investigation places the detective in grave peril as he navigates the complexities of the assignment. Simultaneously, the detective is tasked with researching a disintegrating neighborhood for a public relations campaign, a process that leads him to uncover a sinister conspiracy. The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes and was released in the United States on April 17, 2010. It is distinct from the 1976 American drama film of the same name, which focuses on the Hollywood blacklist era of the 1950s. The 2010 production is officially rated NR.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tom McLoughlin
- **Networks / Studios**: Wingarano Productions, Head First Productions, Once Upon a Time Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Andie MacDowell** as *Monique Lamont*
- **Daniel Sunjata** as *Win Garano*
- **Ashley Williams** as *Stump*
- **Joe Grifasi** as *Mr. Zeffirelli*
- **Dane DeHaan** as *Cal Tradd*
- **Diahann Carroll** as *Nana*
- **Zak Santiago** as *Roy*
- **David Keeley** as *Howard Mather*
- **Richard Leacock** as *Steve Lindstedt*
- **Barry MacGregor** as *Eric*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Front online?
The Front is currently available to watch or stream on 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 Front worth watching?
The Front holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 20 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Mystery, Crime for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Front and when was it released?
The Front is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2010. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Front?
The Front was directed by Tom McLoughlin.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Front — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/39433)
- [The Front (TV Movie 2010) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1493246/)
- [The Front (2010) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/39433-the-front/cast)
- [The Front - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Front)

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