American History X (1998): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
American History X is a 1998 crime drama directed by Tony Kaye, starring Edward Norton and Edward Furlong. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes and earned $23.9 million worldwide on a $20 million budget. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 84% on Rotten Tomatoes and 62 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.5/10. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
English What Is American History X About?
The premise of American History X without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Following a violent act that leads to imprisonment, Derek Vinyard attempts to change his life and prevent his younger brother, Danny, from following in his footsteps. Derek's journey involves confronting the dangerous world of neo-Nazism and the destructive consequences of hate. He seeks redemption by trying to steer Danny away from the same path of violence and prejudice that consumed him.
American History X Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- neo nazi
- prison
- hatred
- white supremacist
- racism
- male frontal nudity
- curb stomping
- nazi tattoo
- nazi skinhead
- racist skinhead
- murder
- anti semitism
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- surprise ending
- male full frontal nudity
- male rape
- male nudity
- anal rape
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- hate
- loss of family member
- supremacist
- united states of america
- skinhead gang
- male protagonist
- female nudity
- skinhead
- jail
- rape
- interracial friendship
- revenge
- friendship
- paranoia
- ex convict
- morality
- politics
- son dislikes mother's boyfriend
- death
- shaved head
- murder in a bathroom
- group shower
- gay scene
- penis
- prison shower
- male rear nudity
- pubic hair
- bald headed man
- color to black and white
- multiple versions
- handshake
- essay
Where to Watch American History X
Rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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American History X Cast
Edward Norton leads the cast, with Edward Furlong. Directed by Tony Kaye.
- Director Tony Kaye
American History X Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave American History X 84% on Rotten Tomatoes and 62 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 8.5/10.
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IMDb 8.5 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 84% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 96%
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Metacritic 62 Metascore
User score 8.3
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TMDB 83% User score
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American History X Plot Summary
What happens in American History X from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Flashbacks unfold in reverse chronology, uniquely depicted in black-and-white to contrast with the color of present-day events, revealing Derek’s journey of becoming a vengeful white supremacist in Venice Beach, followed by his eventual rejection of those bigoted views during his time in prison. To clarify the narrative for the audience, the outline of events will be presented in chronological order.
Full summary
The whole story of American History X, scene by scene
American History X Box Office & Budget
American History X grossed $23.9 million worldwide on a $20 million budget, 1.2 times what it cost. $6.7 million came from the US and Canada and $17.2 million (72%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$23.9M
1.2× its budget
- US & Canada
- $6.7M
- International
- $17.2M
- Budget
- $20M
American History X Awards & Nominations
American History X was nominated for 1 Oscar.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Oscars 1999 1 nomination- Nominated Actor in a Leading Role – Edward Norton
American History X Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.
- Clip Derek's Out of Prison
How Well Do You Know American History X?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is Danny's older brother?
Cars in American History X
34 cars on screen, including the 1982 Ford Bronco and the 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham.
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1961 Chevrolet Impala Minor role
American History X Also Known As
41 alternative titles, including “野兽良民” and “美国历史档案”.
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- 野兽良民
- 美国历史档案
- América X
- Amerikan Hisutori X
- Američka istorija X
- America X
- Amerikanska istoriya KH
- Mathímata Amerikanikís Istorías
- Американская история Х
- Amerykansʹka istoriya KH
- Amerykańska Historia X
- Amerikan Tarixi X
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- Ամերիկյան Պատմություն X
- Amerikai história X
- Geçmişin Gölgesinde
- América Proibida
- Американская история X
- 美国X档案
- Kult hákového kříže
- Więzień nienawiści
- อเมริกันนอกคอก
- Америчка историја X, ამერიკული ისტორია X
- Μαθήματα Αμερικανικής Ιστορίας
- אמריקה איקס
- アメリカン・ヒストリーX
- Американска история Х
- 아메리칸 히스토리 X
- A Outra História Americana
- Generation X-treme
- Американська історія Х
- Kult hákového kríža
- Amerikos istorija X
- Povestea X a Americii
- Generacija X
- 美國X檔案
- Ameerika ajalugu X
- Amerika tarixi X
- Khoảng Tối Lịch Sử Mỹ
- التاريخ الأمريكي إكس
- 野獸良民
- تاریخ مجهول آمریکا
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American History X FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of American History X, each answered in a sentence.
How long is American History X?
American History X runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).
When was American History X released?
American History X was released on October 30, 1998.
Who directed American History X?
American History X was directed by Tony Kaye.
More films by Tony Kaye Who is in the cast of American History X?
American History X stars Edward Norton and Edward Furlong.
Where can I watch American History X?
In the US, American History X is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did American History X make at the box office?
American History X grossed $23.9 million worldwide ($6.7 million domestic, $17.2 million international) on a budget of $20 million.
How is American History X rated?
American History X has 8.5/10 on IMDb, 84% on Rotten Tomatoes, 62 on Metacritic and 83% on TMDB.
Was American History X nominated for any awards?
American History X received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
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