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American Gigolo

“He's the highest paid lover in Beverly Hills. He leaves women feeling more alive than they've ever felt before. Except one.”

★ 6.2(739)19801h 57m

Crime Drama Mystery

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American Gigolo is streaming on Amazon Arthaus Channel in Austria, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, maxdome Store and Sky Store. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Paul Schrader
Release date: 1980-02-01
Runtime: 1h 57m
Language: German
Box office: $52,700,000
Budget: $5,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

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About American Gigolo

American Gigolo is a 1980 movie in the Crime, Drama and Mystery genres, directed by Paul Schrader, starring Richard Gere, Lauren Hutton and Héctor Elizondo. It has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 739 viewers. Below you can see where to watch American Gigolo in Austria — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Julian makes a lucrative living as an escort to older women in the Los Angeles area. He begins a relationship with Michelle, a local politician's wife, without expecting any pay. One of his clients is murdered and Detective Sunday begins pumping him for details on his different clients, something he is reluctant to do considering the nature of his work. Julian begins to suspect he's being framed. Meanwhile Michelle begins to fall in love with him.

Cast

Richard Gere

Julian Kaye

Lauren Hutton

Michelle Stratton

Héctor Elizondo

Detective Sunday

Nina van Pallandt

Anne

Bill Duke

Leon James

Brian Davies

Charles Stratton

K Callan

Lisa Williams

Tom Stewart

Mr. Rheiman

Patricia Carr

Judy Rheiman

David Cryer

Lt. Curtis

Carole Cook

Mrs. Dobrun

Carol Bruce

Mrs. Sloan

Themes & keywords

infidelitydetectivesuspicion of murdergigolocallboymurderlos angeles, californiagay theme

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch American Gigolo in Austria?+

In Austria, you can stream American Gigolo on Amazon Arthaus Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, maxdome Store and Sky Store.

Is American Gigolo on Netflix?+

American Gigolo is not on Netflix in Austria right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Arthaus Channel.

How long is American Gigolo?+

American Gigolo has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

Who stars in American Gigolo?+

American Gigolo stars Richard Gere, Lauren Hutton, Héctor Elizondo, Nina van Pallandt and Bill Duke.

When did American Gigolo come out?+

American Gigolo is a 1980 movie directed by Paul Schrader.

What genre is American Gigolo?+

American Gigolo is Crime, Drama and Mystery film.

Who directed American Gigolo?+

American Gigolo was directed by Paul Schrader.