---
title: "The Machine"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-machine-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 174675
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Machine (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Machine is a film first released in 2013. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Thriller.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Britain seeks a game-changing weapon during a second Cold War."

### Why Watch
- features computer scientists creating an artificial intelligence
- explores the creation of a super-strong human cyborg

### Caveats & Content Note
- a programming bug causes the prototype to decimate a lab
- involves obsessive efforts underground
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated R and contains thriller and science fiction elements.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: science fiction, thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Machine released?
The film was released in 2013, with a US date of 04/25/2013 listed in sources.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 32 minutes.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
It stars Caity Lotz and Toby Stephens.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
The film is classified under science fiction and thriller.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the story?
Britain's Ministry of Defense seeks a game-changing weapon during a second Cold War, leading computer scientists to create an artificial intelligence.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Machine — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/174675)
- [The Machine (2013 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Machine_(2013_film))

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