---
title: "The Horse's Mouth"
year: 1958
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-horse-s-mouth-1958"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 43139
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Horse's Mouth (1958) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-horse-s-mouth-1958

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Horse's Mouth is a film first released in 1958. Catalogued under Comedy.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A rebellious artist hijacks a lavish loft to create a chaotic masterpiece."

### Why Watch
- Charismatic lead performance
- Unconventional art‑centric comedy
- Sharp, witty dialogue

### Caveats & Content Note
- Boisterous protagonist may alienate some viewers
- Tone & Suitability: Contains adult humor and mild language, best suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: madcap, quirky, dark-comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Horse's Mouth released?
It was released in the United States on 11 November 1958.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs for approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a comedy.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the story?
The story follows Gulley Jimson, a boorish aging artist who, after prison, occupies a patron’s penthouse to paint a mural and later plans a larger work in an abandoned church.

### Q: What tone or mood does the film convey?
The film has a madcap, eccentric tone with dark‑comedy elements.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Horse's Mouth — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/43139)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*