---
title: "V\/H\/S"
year: 2012
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/v-h-s-2012"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 84348
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 116
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# V/H/S (2012) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/v-h-s-2012

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

V/H/S is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Thriller, Horror. Produced and broadcast by The Collective, 8383 Productions, Bloody Disgusting. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A burglary for a rare tape spirals into a nightmarish found‑footage nightmare."

### Why Watch
- Atmospheric tension
- Inventive use of found footage
- Unpredictable scares

### Caveats & Content Note
- Fragmented storytelling may feel disjointed
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense horror imagery and unsettling themes, making it unsuitable for younger audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: found-footage, creepy, tense, dark

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/v-h-s-2012#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Bruckner, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Justin Martinez, Adam Wingard, Chad Villella, Tyler Gillett, Joe Swanberg, Glenn McQuaid, Ti West
- **Networks / Studios**: The Collective, 8383 Productions, Bloody Disgusting

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Calvin Lee Reeder** as *Gary (segment "Tape 56")*
- **Lane Hughes** as *Zak (segment "Tape 56")*
- **Kentucker Audley** as *Rox (segment "Tape 56")*
- **Adam Wingard** as *Brad (segment "Tape 56")*
- **Simon Barrett** as *Steve (segment "Tape 56")*
- **Andrew Droz Palermo** as *Fifth Thug (segment "Tape 56")*
- **Joe Swanberg** as *Sam (segment "Second Honeymoon")*
- **Sophia Takal** as *Stephanie (segment "Second Honeymoon")*
- **Kate Lyn Sheil** as *The Stalker (segment "Second Honeymoon")*
- **Hannah Fierman** as *Lily (segment "Amateur Night")*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic premise of the film?
A group of misfits is hired to break into a remote house and retrieve a rare VHS tape, only to encounter unexpected footage.

### Q: Is the story told through a single narrative?
The film unfolds through multiple found‑footage segments rather than one continuous storyline.

### Q: What tone does the film have?
It maintains a creepy, tense atmosphere typical of horror found‑footage.

### Q: Is there graphic violence?
The focus is on suspense and unsettling visuals rather than explicit gore.

### Q: Is the film appropriate for all ages?
Due to its intense horror content, it is recommended for mature viewers only.

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