---
title: "The Rental"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-rental-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 587496
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Rental (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-rental-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Rental is a film first released in 2020. Catalogued under Horror, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Black Bear Pictures, Ramona Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two couples suspect their rental house host is spying on them during a weekend trip."

### Why Watch
- features a suspenseful oceanside getaway setting
- builds tension around a suspicious host

### Caveats & Content Note
- premise turns into something far more sinister
- short runtime leaves room for questions
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains horror and thriller elements with a sinister tone.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: suspenseful, sinister, tense, thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-rental-2020#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Dave Franco
- **Networks / Studios**: Black Bear Pictures, Ramona Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dan Stevens** as *Charlie*
- **Alison Brie** as *Michelle*
- **Sheila Vand** as *Mina*
- **Jeremy Allen White** as *Josh*
- **Toby Huss** as *Taylor*
- **Connie Wellman** as *Apartment Owner*
- **Anthony Molinari** as *Man*
- **Chase Barker** as *Background*
- **Jovani Ridler** as *Background*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Rental released?
The film was released on 07/24/2020 in the US.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 28 minutes.

### Q: What genres are associated with the movie?
The film is categorized under horror and thriller.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the movie?
Two couples on an oceanside getaway grow suspicious that the host of their rental house may be spying on them.

### Q: What rating does the film have?
The movie is rated R.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Rental — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/587496)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*