---
title: "The Social Network"
year: 2010
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-social-network-2010"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 37799
imdb_id: "tt1285016"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 121
community_rating: 7.4
vote_count: 13278
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Social Network (2010) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-social-network-2010

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Social Network is a biographical drama film released in 2010. Directed by David Fincher, the film is based on the 2009 book The Accidental Billionaires by Ben Mezrich. The movie portrays the founding of a social networking website. In 2003, a Harvard undergrad and computer programmer begins work on a new concept that eventually turns into the global social network known as Facebook. Six years later, the programmer is one of the youngest billionaires ever, but his unprecedented success leads to both personal and legal complications when he ends up on the receiving end of two lawsuits, one involving his former friend. The film's writer is Aaron Sorkin, and it is David Fincher's eighth feature film as a director.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A Harvard student creates a global social network and faces legal battles over his success."

### Why Watch
- sharp dialogue
- compelling character study

### Caveats & Content Note
- complex legal jargon
- fast-paced pacing
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains mature themes and intense dialogue suitable for older audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: fast-paced, intellectual, dramatic, tense

## 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)** | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Crave, Starz Amazon Channel, Netflix Standard with Ads, Crave Amazon Channel, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Stan, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Fincher
- **Networks / Studios**: Columbia Pictures, Relativity Media, Scott Rudin Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jesse Eisenberg** as *Mark Zuckerberg*
- **Andrew Garfield** as *Eduardo Saverin*
- **Armie Hammer** as *Cameron Winklevoss / Tyler Winklevoss*
- **Justin Timberlake** as *Sean Parker*
- **Rooney Mara** as *Erica Albright*
- **Max Minghella** as *Divya Narendra*
- **Brenda Song** as *Christy Ling*
- **Josh Pence** as *Tyler Winklevoss (Body Double)*
- **Rashida Jones** as *Marylin Delpy*
- **John Getz** as *Sy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
It follows a Harvard student who creates a social network and later faces lawsuits regarding its origins.

### Q: When does the story take place?
The narrative begins in 2003 and progresses six years into the future.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The story centers on a computer programmer and Harvard undergraduate named Mark Zuckerberg.

### Q: Are there legal conflicts in the story?
Yes, the protagonist faces two separate lawsuits as a result of his success.

### Q: Does the film feature real-life events?
The film depicts the creation of a global social network and the subsequent legal complications faced by its founder.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Social Network — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/37799)
- [The Social Network (2010) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1285016/fullcredits/)
- [The Social Network - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Social_Network)
- [The Social Network (2010) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/37799-the-social-network/cast)
- [Социальная сеть (фильм) — Википедия](https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D0%A1%D0%BE%D1%86%D0%B8%D0%B0%D0%BB%D1%8C%D0%BD%D0%B0%D1%8F_%D1%81%D0%B5%D1%82%D1%8C_(%D1%84%D0%B8%D0%BB%D1%8C%D0%BC))
- [The Social Network (2010) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-social-network/credits)

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