---
title: "The Sea of Trees"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-sea-of-trees-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 291351
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 110
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Sea of Trees (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-sea-of-trees-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Sea of Trees is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Waypoint Entertainment, Bloom, Netter Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A grieving teacher embarks on a transformative journey in Japan's haunted forest."

### Why Watch
- Explores love and redemption
- Atmospheric setting in Aokigahara Forest

### Caveats & Content Note
- Somber tone may not suit all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film is PG-13, featuring mature emotional themes suitable for teen and adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: meditative, emotional, spiritual

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-sea-of-trees-2016#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gus Van Sant
- **Networks / Studios**: Waypoint Entertainment, Bloom, Netter Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Matthew McConaughey** as *Arthur Brennan*
- **Ken Watanabe** as *Takumi Nakamura*
- **Naomi Watts** as *Joan Brennan*
- **Katie Aselton** as *Gabriella Laforte*
- **James Saito** as *Dr. Takahashi*
- **Owen Burke** as *Ambulance Tech*
- **Ryoko Seta** as *Airport Desk Agent*
- **Sienna Tow** as *Girl in Airport*
- **Naoko Marshall** as *Flight Attendant*
- **Michiko Tomura** as *Woman on Train*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was The Sea of Trees released in the United States?
It was released in the United States on August 26, 2016.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs for approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.

### Q: What rating does The Sea of Trees have?
It carries a PG-13 rating.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The story is set in Japan's Aokigahara Forest.

### Q: What is the central premise of the film?
A troubled teacher meets a mysterious stranger, leading to a journey of love and redemption.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Sea of Trees — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/291351)
- [The Sea of Trees (2015) Film, Titulky ke stažení, Recenze ČSFD…](https://osobnosti.najdise.cz/the-sea-of-trees-film-titulky-recenze-csfd-348029)
- [The Sea of Trees (2015) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/fi/elokuva/381778-the-sea-of-trees/yleista/)

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