---
title: "Thoroughbreds"
year: 2018
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/thoroughbreds-2018"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 397722
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Thoroughbreds (2018) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/thoroughbreds-2018

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Thoroughbreds is a film first released in 2018. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by June Pictures, B Story, Big Indie Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two suburban teens plot a deadly revenge against a stepfather."

### Why Watch
- Sharp blend of dark humor and suspense
- Focused look at teenage friendship and moral conflict

### Caveats & Content Note
- Violent themes may be unsettling
- The bleak tone may not suit all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film includes violent and mature content, making it unsuitable for younger viewers.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: black comedy, thriller, dark humor, teen drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/thoroughbreds-2018#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Cory Finley
- **Networks / Studios**: June Pictures, B Story, Big Indie Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Olivia Cooke** as *Amanda*
- **Anya Taylor-Joy** as *Lily*
- **Anton Yelchin** as *Tim*
- **Paul Sparks** as *Mark*
- **Francie Swift** as *Cynthia*
- **Kaili Vernoff** as *Karen*
- **Alyssa Fishenden** as *Jessica*
- **Jackson Damon** as *Phil*
- **James Haddad** as *Michael*
- **Nolan Ball** as *Delivery Guy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does Thoroughbreds belong to?
It is classified as a black comedy thriller.

### Q: Who wrote and directed the film?
Cory Finley wrote and directed it, marking his directorial debut.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film premiered in 2017 and was released in the United States on March 9, 2018.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the story?
Two high school friends in suburban Connecticut devise a plan to kill Lily's abusive stepfather by hiring a drug dealer.

### Q: Where is the film set?
The story takes place in suburban Connecticut.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Thoroughbreds — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/397722)
- [Thoroughbreds (2017 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thoroughbreds_(2017_film))

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