---
title: "The Great Gatsby"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-great-gatsby-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 64682
imdb_id: "tt1343092"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 143
community_rating: 7.3
vote_count: 13026
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Great Gatsby (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-great-gatsby-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The 2013 film is an adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel set on Long Island. The story revolves around a Midwesterner who becomes involved with his wealthy neighbor, Jay Gatsby. As the protagonist becomes acquainted with Gatsby's lifestyle, he begins to see beyond the surface of Gatsby's existence, revealing a complex and troubled world. The film is a historical romantic drama based on Fitzgerald's 1925 novel. It was co-written and directed by Baz Luhrmann. The film's tone is characterized as lavish and decadent, with themes of obsession, madness, and tragedy emerging as the story unfolds.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Midwestern narrator discovers the glitter and tragedy behind his enigmatic neighbor."

### Why Watch
- Based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel
- Directed by Baz Luhrmann
- Romantic drama genre

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime exceeds two hours
- PG-13 rating may limit intensity
- Tone & Suitability: The film is suitable for teens and adults, featuring romantic and tragic themes, and carries a PG-13 rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: lavish, tragic, romantic, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, HBO Max | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Starz Amazon Channel, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Stan, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Baz Luhrmann
- **Networks / Studios**: Warner Bros. Pictures, Village Roadshow Pictures, Bazmark

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Leonardo DiCaprio** as *Jay Gatsby*
- **Tobey Maguire** as *Nick Carraway*
- **Carey Mulligan** as *Daisy Buchanan*
- **Joel Edgerton** as *Tom Buchanan*
- **Elizabeth Debicki** as *Jordan Baker*
- **Isla Fisher** as *Myrtle Wilson*
- **Jason Clarke** as *George Wilson*
- **Amitabh Bachchan** as *Meyer Wolfsheim*
- **Callan McAuliffe** as *Teen Jay Gatsby*
- **Adelaide Clemens** as *Catherine*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the source material for the film?
It is adapted from F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 novel The Great Gatsby.

### Q: Who directed the 2013 version?
Baz Luhrmann co-wrote and directed the film.

### Q: When was the movie released in the United States?
It was released on May 10, 2013.

### Q: What rating does the film have?
The film is rated PG-13.

### Q: What genre best describes the movie?
It is a historical romantic drama.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Great Gatsby — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/64682)
- [The Great Gatsby (2013 film)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_Gatsby_(2013_film))

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