Paul Thomas Anderson’s The Master (2012) follows Freddie Quell, a returning World War II veteran, and Lancaster Dodd, the charismatic leader of a movement called The Cause. Their volatile bond gives the film its central question: does Dodd’s movement offer Freddie structure and belonging, or deepen his dependence and conflict?
What is The Master about?
Freddie encounters Dodd after the war and becomes closely attached to him and The Cause. As Dodd gathers followers, Freddie’s loyalty gives way to questions about the leader and his teachings. The film’s official synopsis frames the story around their “twisted relationship,” while the American Film Institute describes Freddie becoming Dodd’s right-hand man before questioning him.
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The story is not simply an exposé of a real-world religion. It focuses on the personal dynamic between a volatile follower and a persuasive leader, and on Freddie’s search for connection and direction.
Who made the film, and who stars in it?
Paul Thomas Anderson wrote and directed the 2012 film. Joaquin Phoenix plays Freddie Quell, Philip Seymour Hoffman plays Lancaster Dodd, and Amy Adams is among the principal cast. Jesse Plemons, Laura Dern, and Rami Malek also appear, according to Annapurna Pictures’ official film page.
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The American Film Institute records the U.S. release date as September 14, 2012. Its film entry describes the returning veteran’s encounter with the leader of a new religion and the doubts that follow.
Where can you watch The Master?
Annapurna’s official page links to Prime Video, Apple TV, YouTube, and Google Play. These links are starting points, not guarantees that the film is currently available in every country or that it can be watched under the same terms everywhere. Check the listing for your territory to confirm whether it offers rental, purchase, or access through a subscription.
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Prime Video’s listing gives a runtime of 2 hours 17 minutes and labels the film drama and historical. It also displays an offer involving Lionsgate+, with terms on that listing. The offer should not be taken as the only way to watch the film or as applicable in every region. Runtime listings may vary slightly by platform.
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Yes. Metropolitan Films lists a Blu-ray edition with a 137-minute duration and supplements that include deleted scenes and John Huston’s Let There Be Light. See the Metropolitan Films edition listing for those details. Disc contents can vary between editions, so check the specific release and retailer listing before buying; the existence of this edition does not establish current stock or price.
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