---
title: "There Will Be Blood"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/there-will-be-blood-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 7345
imdb_id: "tt0469494"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 158
community_rating: 8.1
vote_count: 7548
content_rating: "R"
---

# There Will Be Blood (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/there-will-be-blood-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

There Will Be Blood is a 2007 American epic period drama film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The film is loosely based on a 1927 novel and follows the story of a ruthless silver miner turned oil prospector. This character, who is referred to as Daniel Plainview, moves to a region in California where oil is abundant. He uses his son to project a trustworthy image, allowing him to acquire valuable properties from local landowners at low prices. However, his actions do not go unnoticed, as a local preacher named Eli Sunday becomes suspicious of his motives and intentions, starting a feud that has significant consequences. The film explores themes of greed and vengeance, and features a young actor in a notable role.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A ruthless oil prospector manipulates his way to wealth in early twentieth-century California."

### Why Watch
- compelling lead performances
- masterful direction

### Caveats & Content Note
- slow-burning narrative
- intense character conflict
- Tone & Suitability: This film contains intense thematic elements and depictions of conflict.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: epic, period, dramatic, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Kanopy, YouTube TV, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | SBS On Demand | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Paul Thomas Anderson
- **Networks / Studios**: Paramount Vantage, Miramax, JoAnne Sellar Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Daniel Day-Lewis** as *Daniel Plainview*
- **Paul Dano** as *Paul Sunday / Eli Sunday*
- **Kevin J. O'Connor** as *Henry*
- **Ciarán Hinds** as *Fletcher Hamilton*
- **Dillon Freasier** as *H.W. Plainview*
- **Hope Elizabeth Reeves** as *Elizabeth*
- **Colleen Foy** as *Mary Sunday*
- **Barry Del Sherman** as *H. B. Ailman*
- **David Willis** as *Abel Sunday*
- **Hans Howes** as *Mr. Bandy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson.

### Q: What is the film based on?
It is loosely based on the 1927 novel Oil! by Upton Sinclair.

### Q: Who are the primary stars?
The film stars Daniel Day-Lewis and Paul Dano.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
It is an American epic period drama.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in 2007.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [There Will Be Blood — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/7345)
- [There Will Be Blood](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/There_Will_Be_Blood)
- [There Will Be Blood with gaze locations of 11 viewers on Vimeo](http://vimeo.com/19788132)
- [There Will Be Blood | The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/film/there-will-be-blood)
- [There Will Be Blood is a masterpiece.](http://www.slate.com/id/2180466/)

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