---
title: "Us"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/us-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 458723
imdb_id: "tt6857112"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 116
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 8155
content_rating: "R"
---

# Us (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/us-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film follows a husband and wife who take their children to a beach house for a vacation. The family is joined by friends, and they spend their days relaxing and enjoying each other's company. However, as night falls, the atmosphere shifts, and the group's serenity is disrupted by unexpected visitors. These uninvited guests bring tension and chaos to the group, leading to a dramatic and intense situation. The film explores the complexities of family relationships and the challenges that arise when individuals are forced to confront their darker selves. The story takes place in a beach house, where the characters' lives are turned upside down by the arrival of these mysterious visitors. The film's events unfold in a tense and suspenseful manner, ultimately leading to a dramatic confrontation between the characters.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A family getaway turns chaotic when uninvited guests arrive at night."

### Why Watch
- Intense family dynamics
- Atmospheric beach setting
- Sudden shift from relaxation to tension

### Caveats & Content Note
- May feel claustrophobic for some viewers
- Unsettling tone may not suit all tastes
- Tone & Suitability: The film features intense suspense and unsettling moments, making it appropriate for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: tense, chaotic, unsettling

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Starz Amazon Channel, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jordan Peele
- **Networks / Studios**: Monkeypaw Productions, Universal Pictures, Perfect World Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lupita Nyong'o** as *Adelaide Wilson / Red*
- **Winston Duke** as *Gabe Wilson / Abraham*
- **Elisabeth Moss** as *Kitty Tyler / Dahlia*
- **Tim Heidecker** as *Josh Tyler / Tex*
- **Shahadi Wright Joseph** as *Zora Wilson / Umbrae*
- **Evan Alex** as *Jason Wilson / Pluto*
- **Yahya Abdul-Mateen II** as *Russell Thomas / Weyland*
- **Anna Diop** as *Rayne Thomas / Eartha*
- **Cali Sheldon** as *Becca Tyler / Io*
- **Noelle Sheldon** as *Lindsey Tyler / Nix*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main setting of the film?
The story takes place at a beach house where a family has gone to relax.

### Q: Who are the central characters?
The central characters are husband Gabe Wilson, wife Adelaide Wilson, and their children.

### Q: What triggers the conflict in the story?
The conflict begins when unexpected visitors arrive at the house at night.

### Q: Is the film focused on family relationships?
Yes, it centers on a family’s attempt to unwind that turns chaotic.

### Q: Does the film involve supernatural elements?
The synopsis does not specify supernatural elements, only that the visitors are shocking and uninvited.

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