---
title: "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-imaginarium-of-doctor-parnassus-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 8054
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 123
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-imaginarium-of-doctor-parnassus-2009

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery. Produced and broadcast by Infinity Features, Davis Films, Poo Poo Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A man must collect five souls to win a bet with the devil."

### Why Watch
- features a unique carnival troupe
- involves a high-stakes bet with the devil

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited plot details available in the synopsis
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries a PG-13 rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventure, fantasy, mystery

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-imaginarium-of-doctor-parnassus-2009#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Terry Gilliam
- **Networks / Studios**: Infinity Features, Davis Films, Poo Poo Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Christopher Plummer** as *Doctor Parnassus*
- **Lily Cole** as *Valentina*
- **Heath Ledger** as *Tony*
- **Andrew Garfield** as *Anton*
- **Verne Troyer** as *Percy*
- **Tom Waits** as *Devil*
- **Johnny Depp** as *Imaginarium Tony 1*
- **Jude Law** as *Imaginarium Tony 2*
- **Colin Farrell** as *Imaginarium Tony 3*
- **Fraser Aitcheson** as *Dancing Policeman*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released on 12/24/2009 in the US.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
The film encompasses adventure, fantasy, and mystery genres.

### Q: What is the main premise?
A man agrees to help an immortal carnival leader collect five souls to win a bet with the devil.

### Q: What is the age rating for the film?
The film is rated PG-13.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/8054)

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