Amsterdam (2022): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Amsterdam is a 2022 historical drama directed by David O. Russell, starring Christian Bale as Burt Berendsen, John David Washington and Chris Rock. It runs 2 hours 14 minutes and earned $31.2 million worldwide on a $80 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Costume Design at the BAFTA 2023. Critics gave it 31% on Rotten Tomatoes and 49 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 14m (134 min)
- Director
- David O. Russell
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- 20th Century Studios
- Budget
- $80M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Amsterdam About?
The premise of Amsterdam without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
In 1933 Amsterdam, three friends find themselves caught in a dangerous conspiracy. After a bizarre incident at a local hospital, they are drawn into a web of deceit involving a mysterious woman and a covert operation. As they investigate, they uncover secrets that challenge their loyalties and force them to question everything they thought they knew about their past and the forces at play.
Amsterdam Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- 1930s
- fascism
- dadaism
- war wound
- year 1933
- world war one veteran
- political conspiracy
- inspired by a true story
- american
- lawyer
- doctor
- city name in title
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- period drama
- brother sister relationship
- allegory
- one eyed man
- glass eye
- shrapnel
- autopsy
- friendship
- singer
- song
- improvising a song
- blood splatter
- fantasy scene
- repeated scene
- new york city
- year 1918
- belgium
- world war one
- female artist
- reference to canterbury
- african american
- pushed in front of a truck
- man with a beard
- facial scar
- birdwatcher
- pine coffin
- bloody face
- reference to hermann goering
- reference to franklin d. roosevelt
- subtitled scene
- military uniform
- musical water glasses
- businessman
- 1910s
- newspaper headline
- eye bandage
- woman smokes a pipe
- back brace
Amsterdam Cast & Characters
Christian Bale leads the cast as Burt Berendsen, with John David Washington as Harold Woodman and Chris Rock as Milton King. Directed by David O. Russell; 14 actors are credited in all.
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Director David O. Russell
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Margot Robbie as Valerie Voze
Also Starring in Amsterdam
· 10 more- Mike Myers Paul Canterbury
- Michael Shannon Henry Norcross
- Zoe Saldana Irma St. Clair
- Matthias Schoenaerts Detective Lem Getweiler
- Alessandro Nivola Detective Hiltz
- Rami Malek Tom Voze
- Anya Taylor-Joy Libby Voze
- Robert De Niro General Gil Dillenbeck
- Timothy Olyphant Taron Milfax
- Andrea Riseborough Beatrice Vandenheuvel
More from David O. Russell
More films directed by David O. Russell, best-rated first: American Hustle, The Fighter, Silver Linings Playbook and Three Kings.
Amsterdam Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Amsterdam 31% on Rotten Tomatoes and 49 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 53/100, strongest in character & emotion (65) and weakest in story & flow (35).
Amsterdam Echo Score Breakdown
Amsterdam delivers a mixed experience that leans toward disappointment. Critics note the film’s ambitious visual flair and a stellar ensemble, yet they repeatedly point to a muddled narrative and uneven pacing that prevent sustained engagement. Audience feedback echoes this split, praising the cast while lamenting a convoluted plot and lack of replay value. Consequently, the movie’s strengths are insufficient to outweigh its structural flaws, resulting in a modest overall rating.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 55
In terms of art and craft, the film showcases striking production design and moments of vivid cinematography, which many reviewers found appealing. However, critics also highlight disjointed editing and an overreliance on directorial showmanship that undercuts coherence. The visual elements therefore succeed in isolation but are hindered by inconsistent execution, yielding a moderate assessment of the film’s artistic merit.
- Character & Emotion 65
When evaluating character and emotion, the star‑studded cast receives consistent praise for energetic performances and chemistry in several scenes. Reviewers commend the nuanced work of actors such as Bale, Robbie, and De Niro. Nonetheless, some viewers note a lack of depth and moments of overacting that dilute emotional resonance. Overall, the acting elevates the film, though character development remains uneven.
- Story & Flow 35
Story and flow emerge as the film’s weakest pillar. Critics describe the plot as convoluted, overstuffed, and exhausting, with pacing that never builds momentum. Audience comments echo this, calling the narrative boring and poorly structured despite an intriguing premise. The lack of a cohesive, engaging storyline undermines the movie’s potential, resulting in a low story score.
- Sensory Experience 60
Sensory experience receives a mixed but slightly positive appraisal. Visuals, costumes, and period set design are highlighted as immersive and well‑realized, contributing to a believable atmosphere. Soundtrack and score receive limited commentary, while some reviewers note tonal inconsistencies that affect cohesion. The overall sensory impression is respectable, though not uniformly strong.
- Rewatch Factor 45
Rewatch factor is hindered by the film’s narrative fatigue and uneven tone. Several reviewers describe the experience as draining and unlikely to invite repeat viewings, while a few find occasional enjoyment in the cast’s antics. The combination of boredom and occasional fun leads to a modest replay value assessment.
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IMDb 6.1 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 31% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 61%
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Metacritic 49 Metascore
User score 5.2
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TMDB 61% User score
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Letterboxd 2.6 /5
171 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.2 /5
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Amsterdam Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Amsterdam from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1918, as the world grapples with the horrors of World War I, Burt Berendsen (Christian Bale) finds himself reluctantly enlisted by his estranged wife’s family to serve. Stationed in France, Burt forges a deep bond with Harold Woodman (John David Washington), an African-American soldier who bravely defies the neglectful cowboy officers. Assigned to serve as Harold’s officer, Burt vows to treat him with fairness, leading them to form an incredible friendship alongside fellow soldier Milton King (Chris Rock). Their commander, Bill Meekins, supports them, ensuring the troops are well cared for amid chaos.
Full summary
The whole story of Amsterdam, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Amsterdam Box Office & Budget
Amsterdam grossed $31.2 million worldwide on a $80 million budget, 39% of what it cost. $14.9 million came from the US and Canada and $16.3 million (52%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$31.2M
39% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $14.9M
- International
- $16.3M
- Budget
- $80M
Amsterdam Awards & Nominations
Amsterdam earned 1 award nomination, including Best Costume Design at the BAFTA 2023.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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BAFTA 2023 1 nomination- Nominated Best Costume Design
Amsterdam Trailers & Videos
25 videos: 1 trailer, 12 teasers, 6 clips, 3 featurettes and 3 behind-the-scenes videos.
- Teaser Names
- Teaser Get Out
- Teaser True Crime
- Teaser 'Time' by Giveon
How Well Do You Know Amsterdam?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
- Question 1: not answered
- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
- Question 4: not answered
- Question 5: not answered
- Question 6: not answered
- Question 7: not answered
- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
Who is the main character torn between duty and personal demons in the film?
Cars in Amsterdam
18 cars on screen, including the 1934 Ford V8 and the unknown.
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unknown Minor role
Amsterdam Also Known As
16 alternative titles, including “Amsterdama” and “阿姆斯特丹”.
- Also known as
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- Amsterdama
- 阿姆斯特丹
- Амстердам
- Canterbury Glass
- アムステルダム
- Amszterdam
- Amesterdão
- Amsterdam: Vụ Án Mạng Kỳ Bí
- Άμστερνταμ
- 坎特伯雷花窗
- 암스테르담
- Ámsterdam
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- อัมสเตอร์ดัม
- אמסטרדם
- Amsterdamas
- آمستردام, ამსტერდამი
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Movies Like Amsterdam
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Operation Amsterdam, Amsterdam Vice and Europa.
Amsterdam FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Amsterdam, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Amsterdam?
Amsterdam runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).
When was Amsterdam released?
Amsterdam was released on October 7, 2022.
Who directed Amsterdam?
Amsterdam was directed by David O. Russell.
More films by David O. Russell Who is in the cast of Amsterdam?
Amsterdam stars Christian Bale as Burt Berendsen, John David Washington as Harold Woodman and Chris Rock as Milton King, among 14 credited actors.
How much did Amsterdam make at the box office?
Amsterdam grossed $31.2 million worldwide ($14.9 million domestic, $16.3 million international) on a budget of $80 million.
How is Amsterdam rated?
Amsterdam has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 31% on Rotten Tomatoes, 49 on Metacritic and 61% on TMDB.
Was Amsterdam nominated for any awards?
Amsterdam received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Amsterdam have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Amsterdam has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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