---
title: "The Stepfather"
year: 2009
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-stepfather-2009"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 19904
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Stepfather (2009) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual overview of the film "The Stepfather" (2009).
Constraints: Use only provided synopsis and sources. No invented details. No markdown, asterisks, headings, or bullet points. Neutral, encyclopedic prose. Plain text only.
Word Count: 150-190 words.
Target: Public reference site.
Title: The Stepfather.
Year: 2009.
Genre: American psychological horror, horror, thriller.
Director: Nelson McCormick.
Release Date: 10/16/2009 (US).
Rating: PG-13.
Runtime: 1h 41m.
Series Info: Fourth installment in The Stepfather film series; remake of the 1987 film of the same name.
Inspiration: Loosely based on the crimes of mass murderer John List.
Plot: Michael Harding returns home from military school to find his mother living with her new boyfriend, David. As the two men get to know each other, Michael becomes suspicious of David and wonders if he is hiding a dark side.
Cast: Terry O'Quinn is mentioned in a YouTube title.
Studio/Distributor: Shout! Studios (mentioned in YouTube title).
Draft 1:
        The Stepfather is a 2009 American psychological horror film directed by Nelson McCormick. Released in the United States on October 16, 2009, the film is categorized under the horror and thriller genres and has a

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A teenager grows suspicious of his mother's seemingly perfect new boyfriend."

### Why Watch
- Engaging cat-and-mouse dynamic
- Suspenseful family thriller plot

### Caveats & Content Note
- Contains horror and thriller themes
- Suspicion grows steadily
- Tone & Suitability: This film contains horror and thriller elements that may not be suitable for all viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: suspenseful, thriller, dark, tense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released on October 16, 2009.

### Q: What genre is the film?
The film falls under the horror and thriller genres.

### Q: Who is the main character returning home?
Michael Harding returns home from military school.

### Q: Who does Michael find his mother living with?
Michael finds his mother living with her new boyfriend, David.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 41 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Stepfather — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/19904)
- [The Stepfather (2009 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Stepfather_(2009_film))
- [The Stepfather | Horror films](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2009/dec/11/the-stepfather-review)
- [The Stepfather (2009) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/en-GB/movie/the-stepfather/credits)
- [영화 <스텝파더> The Stepfather, 2009](https://blog.naver.com/ds1pob/224179113358)
- [The Stepfather | FULL MOVIE | Terry O'Quinn | Imposter Father's Day ...](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DB829pw0_6g)

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