---
title: "The Revenant"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-revenant-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 281957
imdb_id: "tt1663202"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 157
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 19456
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Revenant (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-revenant-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Revenant is a 2015 American epic Western action drama film directed by Alejandro G. Inarritu. The screenplay, written by Mark L. Smith and Inarritu, is based in part on the 2002 novel by Michael Punke. The film is a semi-biographical work inspired by the experiences of frontiersman and fur trapper Hugh Glass during an 1823 expedition in Montana and South Dakota. The plot follows Glass as he participates in a fur trading expedition during the 1820s. After being mauled by a bear, he is left for dead by members of his own hunting team. Following this betrayal, the frontiersman sets out on a path of vengeance against those who abandoned him. The film features a cast including Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Will Poulter, and Domhnall Gleeson. With a runtime of two hours and thirty-seven minutes, the production is categorized as a Western, drama, and adventure film. The movie was released in the United States on December 25, 2015.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A frontiersman embarks on a brutal quest for vengeance after being abandoned in the wilderness."

### Why Watch
- compelling story of survival
- intense action sequences

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains graphic violence
- Tone & Suitability: The film features intense, graphic depictions of violence and survival situations.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, intense, visceral, atmospheric

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Netflix Standard with Ads, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Disney Plus, Stan, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Alejandro G. Iñárritu
- **Networks / Studios**: Monarchy Enterprises S.a.r.l., Regency Enterprises, Appian Way

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Leonardo DiCaprio** as *Hugh Glass*
- **Tom Hardy** as *John Fitzgerald*
- **Domhnall Gleeson** as *Captain Andrew Henry*
- **Will Poulter** as *Jim Bridger*
- **Forrest Goodluck** as *Hawk*
- **Duane Howard** as *Elk Dog*
- **Arthur Redcloud** as *Hikuc*
- **Melaw Nakehk'o** as *Powaqa*
- **Grace Dove** as *Hugh Glass' Wife*
- **Lukas Haas** as *Jones*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When is the film set?
The story takes place in the 1820s.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The protagonist is a frontiersman named Hugh Glass.

### Q: What triggers the character's journey?
The journey is triggered by a bear mauling and being left for dead.

### Q: What is the primary motivation of the protagonist?
The character is motivated by a desire for vengeance.

### Q: What is the setting of the film?
The film is set in the wilderness of the American frontier.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Revenant — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/281957)
- [The Revenant (2015 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Revenant_(2015_film))
- [The Revenant (2015) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/281957-the-revenant/cast)
- [The Revenant (2015 movie) - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia](https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Revenant_(2015_movie))
- [The Revenant (2015) - Wikipedia](https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Revenant_(2015))
- [The Revenant (2015) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1663202/)

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