---
title: "The Lookout"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-lookout-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 8270
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Lookout (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-lookout-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Lookout is a film first released in 2007. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Spyglass Entertainment, Miramax. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A former high school athlete working as a bank janitor becomes entangled in a planned heist."

### Why Watch
- Engaging crime thriller plot
- Compelling character journey following a tragic accident

### Caveats & Content Note
- Contains mature thematic elements rated R
- Tone & Suitability: This film is rated R and contains mature themes suitable for mature audiences.

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

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Scott Frank
- **Networks / Studios**: Spyglass Entertainment, Miramax

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Joseph Gordon-Levitt** as *Chris Pratt*
- **Jeff Daniels** as *Lewis*
- **Matthew Goode** as *Gary Spargo*
- **Isla Fisher** as *Luvlee*
- **Carla Gugino** as *Janet*
- **Bruce McGill** as *Robert Pratt*
- **Alberta Watson** as *Barbara Pratt*
- **Aaron Berg** as *Cork*
- **Morgan Kelly** as *Marty*
- **Greg Dunham** as *Bone*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of The Lookout?
The film was released in 2007.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
The film falls under the crime, drama, and thriller genres.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 39 minutes.

### Q: What is Chris's occupation in the film?
Chris works as a janitor at a bank.

### Q: What disrupts Chris's attempt to maintain a normal life?
He finds himself caught up in a planned heist at the bank where he works.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Lookout — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/8270)

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