---
title: "The Special"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-special-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 728144
imdb_id: "tt9118804"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 43
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Special (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-special-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The Special" (2020).
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[1] TMDB: Title: The Special (2020). Release date: 01/31/2020 (US). Genre: Horror. Runtime: 1h 34m.
[2] TMDB Cast/Crew: Plot: Suspecting his wife of infidelity, Jerry is persuaded by his best friend to accompany him to a brothel to sample ‘The Special’, which proves to be a lifechanging experience in more ways than one. Because every pleasure has its price...
[3] IMDb: Director: B. Harrison Smith. Cast: Davy Raphaely, Dave Sheridan, Sarah French, Doug Henderson. Plot: Suspecting his wife of infidelity, Jerry follows his friend down a dark rabbit hole into a horror landscape of addiction.
[4] Plex: Mentions cast and crew.
[5] Wikipedia: Refers to "The Specials" (2000) - irrelevant to "The Special" (2020).
Title: The Special

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Bloodstream | Hoopla, Fawesome, Bloodstream | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Bloodstream | Hoopla, Bloodstream | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: B. Harrison Smith
- **Networks / Studios**: Brick Top Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dave Sheridan** as *Mike*
- **Sarah French** as *Lisa*
- **Davy Raphaely** as *Jerry*
- **Doug Henderson** as *Ivan*
- **Paul Cottman** as *Detective Barnes*
- **Wayne Shearer** as *Mort*
- **Tony Barber** as *Motel Manager*
- **Lisa Budwig** as *Mystic Wanda*
- **Leslie Talley** as *Trudy*
- **Janae Palmer** as *Syn*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Special online?
The Special is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Bloodstream, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Special worth watching?
The Special holds a community rating of 5.3/10 based on 43 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Special and when was it released?
The Special is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Special?
The Special was directed by B. Harrison Smith.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Special — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/728144)
- [The Special (2020) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/728144-the-special/cast)
- [The Special (2020) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9118804/)
- [The Special (2020) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-special-2020/credits)
- [The Specials (2000 film)](https://www.wikiwand.com/)

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