---
title: "The Infiltrator"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-infiltrator-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 325789
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 127
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Infiltrator (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-infiltrator-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Infiltrator is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Good Films Collective. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A customs officer infiltrates a massive money‑laundering ring tied to Pablo Escobar."

### Why Watch
- Based on a real investigation
- Tense cat‑and‑mouse narrative
- Strong period crime atmosphere

### Caveats & Content Note
- Long runtime may feel drawn out
- Violent drug‑cartel subject matter
- Tone & Suitability: Features intense drug‑cartel violence and adult themes, appropriate for mature viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, drama, thriller, gritty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-infiltrator-2016#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Brad Furman
- **Networks / Studios**: Good Films Collective

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bryan Cranston** as *Robert Mazur*
- **Diane Kruger** as *Kathy Ertz*
- **John Leguizamo** as *Emir Abreu*
- **Daniel Mays** as *Frankie*
- **Benjamin Bratt** as *Roberto Alcaino*
- **Amy Ryan** as *Bonni Tischler*
- **Elena Anaya** as *Gloria Alcaino*
- **Joseph Gilgun** as *Dominic*
- **Gino Picciano** as *Banker*
- **Art Malik** as *Akbar Bilgrami*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the central plot?
It follows a U.S. Customs official who uncovers a massive money‑laundering operation linked to Pablo Escobar.

### Q: Is the story based on real events?
Yes, the film is presented as a true story of an actual investigation.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as a crime, drama, and thriller.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately two hours and seven minutes.

### Q: What tone or content should viewers expect?
The film has a gritty, intense tone with adult‑oriented drug‑cartel violence.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Infiltrator — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/325789)

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