---
title: "The Secret Kingdom"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-secret-kingdom-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 893345
imdb_id: "tt14799576"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 92
content_rating: "PG"
---

# The Secret Kingdom (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-secret-kingdom-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Secret Kingdom is a 2023 adventure, family, and fantasy film directed by Matt Drummond with a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes and a PG rating. The plot follows siblings Verity and Peter on a trip to an old family mansion where they fall through the floor into an underground chamber inhabited by creatures and embark on a quest to defeat the Shroud.

The film explores themes of childhood anxiety and fear through an enchanted land setting featuring mystical treasures and the Great Clock of the Citadel. It is available on various platforms including Fandango at Home Free, Spectrum On Demand, and Google Play Movies.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Siblings fall through their mansion floor into a magical underground world facing an ancient enemy."

### Why Watch
- Features a fantastical adventure into an underground civilization of creatures.
- Follows a quest involving the Great Clock of the Citadel and mystical treasures.
- Addresses themes of childhood anxiety and fear through a spooky kids tale.

### Caveats & Content Note
- May lack spark or fun for older viewers according to critical reception.
- Tone & Suitability: The film is an adventure and family fantasy spanning 1 hour and 38 minutes with a PG rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #underground-world, #magical-journey, #family-adventure, #fantasy-quest, #mystical-treasures, #childhood-fears

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Fandango at Home Free | Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Matt Drummond
- **Networks / Studios**: Signature Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sam Everingham** as *Peter*
- **Alyla Browne** as *Verity*
- **Alice Parkinson** as *Viviane Drawmer*
- **Beth Champion** as *Ego*
- **Christopher Gabardi** as *David Drawmer*
- **Darius Williams** as *Pling*
- **Gabrielle Chan** as *The Shroud*
- **Rowland Holmes** as *Ergo*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Secret Kingdom?
It is available on platforms such as Fandango at Home Free, Spectrum On Demand, and Google Play Movies.

### Q: Is The Secret Kingdom worth watching?
It offers an adventure into an underground fantasy world, though reviews note it may appeal primarily to younger audiences.

### Q: What is the runtime of The Secret Kingdom?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 38 minutes.

### Q: Who directed The Secret Kingdom?
The 2023 film was directed by Matt Drummond.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Secret Kingdom — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/893345)
- [The Secret Kingdom (2023) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/893345-the-secret-kingdom/cast)
- [The Secret Kingdom (2023) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14799576/)
- [The Secret Kingdom (2023) Movie](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/dont-go-below/Kne21IH85TNAfqtVAMBh72/main/)
- [The Secret Kingdom review – underground world with army of pangolins in spooky kids’ tale | Film](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2023/jul/17/the-secret-kingdom-review-even-an-army-of-pangolins-cant-liven-up-this-kids-tale)
- [The Secret Kingdom (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Secret_Kingdom_(film))

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