---
title: "Vicious"
year: 2025
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/vicious-2025"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1251717
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Vicious (2025) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/vicious-2025

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Vicious is a film first released in 2025. Catalogued under Horror, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Atlas Independent, Paramount Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mysterious box forces Polly to confront what she needs, hates, and loves."

### Why Watch
- Atmospheric direction by Bryan Bertino
- Strong lead performance by Dakota Fanning
- Tight 98‑minute runtime maintains tension

### Caveats & Content Note
- Only available via streaming on Paramount+, no wide theatrical release
- Tone & Suitability: The film features intense horror elements and graphic tension, suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: horror, thriller, psychological, tension

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/vicious-2025#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Bryan Bertino
- **Networks / Studios**: Atlas Independent, Paramount Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dakota Fanning** as *Polly*
- **Kathryn Hunter** as *The Woman*
- **Mary McCormack** as *Mother*
- **Rachel Blanchard** as *Lainie*
- **Devyn Nekoda** as *Tara*
- **Klea Scott** as *Neighbor Woman*
- **Emily Mitchell** as *Aly*
- **Karen Cliche** as *Reader*
- **Bauston Camilleri** as *Father*
- **Drew Moore** as *Mark*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Vicious released?
It premiered in the United States on September 19, 2025.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 38 minutes.

### Q: Who directed Vicious?
The movie was directed by Bryan Bertino.

### Q: Where can I watch Vicious?
It is available for streaming on Paramount+.

### Q: What genre does Vicious belong to?
Vicious is classified as a horror thriller.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Vicious — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1251717)
- [Vicious (TV series) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vicious_(TV_series))
- [Vicious (TV Series 2013–2016) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2582590)
- [Vicious (2025)](https://www.sms.cz/film/vicious-2025)
- [Vicious (2025) film • Filmožrouti.cz](https://www.filmozrout.cz/film/47570-vicious/)
- [Vicious (2025) | Official Trailer - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfi_9OiKdsM)

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