---
title: "The World's End"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-world-s-end-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 107985
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 109
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The World's End (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-world-s-end-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The World's End is a film first released in 2013. Catalogued under Comedy, Action, Science Fiction. Produced and broadcast by Big Talk Studios, Working Title Films, Relativity Media. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Five old mates reunite for a legendary pub crawl that becomes humanity’s last hope."

### Why Watch
- Humorous spin on an apocalyptic threat
- Ensemble cast of friends on a nostalgic quest
- Blend of comedy, action and sci‑fi elements

### Caveats & Content Note
- At 1h 49m the story is relatively brief
- Tone & Suitability: The film features apocalyptic scenarios and comedic violence, making it more suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedic, action, sci‑fi, nostalgic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Edgar Wright
- **Networks / Studios**: Big Talk Studios, Working Title Films, Relativity Media

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Simon Pegg** as *Gary King*
- **Nick Frost** as *Andrew Knightley*
- **Paddy Considine** as *Steven Prince*
- **Martin Freeman** as *Oliver Chamberlain*
- **Eddie Marsan** as *Peter Page*
- **Rosamund Pike** as *Sam Chamberlain*
- **David Bradley** as *Basil*
- **Pierce Brosnan** as *Guy Shepherd*
- **Michael Smiley** as *Reverend Green*
- **Darren Boyd** as *Shane Hawkins*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a comedy, action and science‑fiction film.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour 49 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on August 23, 2013 in the US.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the story?
Five friends reunite to top a 20‑year‑old pub crawl and unexpectedly become humanity’s only hope for survival.

### Q: Is the film part of a series or franchise?
No, it is a standalone feature.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The World's End — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/107985)
- [End of the World 38% (2013) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/347360-end-of-the-world)
- [The End of the World (2006) - Data vydání — The Movie Database…](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/780740/releases)
- [The End of the World (2011) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/624394-the-end-of-the-world/prehled/)

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