---
title: "The Son"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-son-2022"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 806368
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 123
community_rating: 6.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Son (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-son-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Son is a film first released in 2022. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Ingenious Media, Film4 Productions, See-Saw Films. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A busy lawyer must navigate caring for his troubled teenage son amid a new family life."

### Why Watch
- Explores complex family dynamics
- Features a dramatic narrative

### Caveats & Content Note
- Deals with heavy and distressing behavior
- Runtime is over two hours
- Tone & Suitability: This film deals with wayward teenage behavior and family distress.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, emotional, family, serious

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-son-2022#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Florian Zeller
- **Networks / Studios**: Ingenious Media, Film4 Productions, See-Saw Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hugh Jackman** as *Peter*
- **Zen McGrath** as *Nicholas*
- **Vanessa Kirby** as *Beth*
- **Laura Dern** as *Kate*
- **Anthony Hopkins** as *Anthony*
- **William Hope** as *Andrew*
- **George Cobell** as *Nicholas (6 Years)*
- **Felix Goddard** as *Theo*
- **Max Goddard** as *Theo*
- **Shin-Fei Chen** as *Alexandra*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of The Son?
The Son was released in the year 2022.

### Q: What is the MPAA rating of the film?
The film is rated PG-13.

### Q: What is the runtime of the movie?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes.

### Q: What is the genre of The Son?
The film is classified as a drama.

### Q: What triggers the main plot of the story?
The plot begins when a lawyer agrees to care for his teenage son after his ex-wife grows concerned about the boy's wayward behavior.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Son — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/806368)

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