Movie

The American

★ 6.0(1,516)20101h 44m

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Good to know

Director: Anton Corbijn
Release date: 2010-08-31
Runtime: 1h 44m
Language: English
Box office: $67,900,000
Budget: $20,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Twins Financing

The American — trailer

About The American

The American is a 2010 movie in the Crime, Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Anton Corbijn, starring George Clooney, Violante Placido and Thekla Reuten. It has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 1,516 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The American in Portugal — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Dispatched to a small Italian town to await further orders, assassin Jack embarks on a double life that may be more relaxing than is good for him.

Cast

George Clooney

Jack / Edward

Violante Placido

Clara

Thekla Reuten

Mathilde

Paolo Bonacelli

Father Benedetto

Johan Leysen

Pavel

Irina Björklund

Ingrid

Lars Hjelm

Hunter #1

Björn Granath

Hunter #2

Giorgio Gobbi

Man on Vespa

Silvana Bosi

Old Cheese Vendor

Guido Palliggiano

Waiter (Market)

Samuli Vauramo

Young Swedish Man

Themes & keywords

missionassassinprostituteitalyanti heromexican standoffvillageswedenmelancholyrevengepriestmysteriousparanoidsomberintense

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The American in Portugal?+

The American is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Portugal. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The American on Netflix?+

The American is not on Netflix in Portugal right now.

How long is The American?+

The American has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

Who stars in The American?+

The American stars George Clooney, Violante Placido, Thekla Reuten, Paolo Bonacelli and Johan Leysen.

When did The American come out?+

The American is a 2010 movie directed by Anton Corbijn.

What genre is The American?+

The American is Crime, Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed The American?+

The American was directed by Anton Corbijn.