---
title: "The Maker"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-maker-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 57683
imdb_id: "tt0119598"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 18
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Maker (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-maker-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Maker is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Drama, Crime, Thriller, Action. Produced and broadcast by Demitri Samaha Productions, Mad Chance, Nu Image. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave | Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tim Hunter
- **Networks / Studios**: Demitri Samaha Productions, Mad Chance, Nu Image

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Matthew Modine** as *Walter Schmeiss*
- **Mary-Louise Parker** as *Officer Emily Peck*
- **Jonathan Rhys Meyers** as *Josh Minnell*
- **Fairuza Balk** as *Bella Sotto*
- **Michael Madsen** as *Skarney*
- **Jesse Borrego** as *Felice A. Beato*
- **Kate McGregor-Stewart** as *Mother Minnell*
- **Lawrence Pressman** as *Father Minnell*
- **Jeff Kober** as *Rubicon Beziqui*
- **Matthew David James** as *Ike*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Maker online?
The Maker is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Maker worth watching?
The Maker holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 18 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Crime for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Maker and when was it released?
The Maker is a feature film with a runtime of 98 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Maker?
The Maker was directed by Tim Hunter.

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