The American (1998): Cast & Where to Watch
The American is a 1998 romantic drama directed by Paul Unwin, starring Matthew Modine as Christopher Newman, Andrew Scott and Diana Rigg. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi TV.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 24m (84 min)
- Director
- Paul Unwin
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The American About?
The premise of The American without spoilers.
After the horror of the Civil War, ignorant Christopher Newman makes a fortune and goes to France seeking cultural treasures. He becomes involved in Paris nightlife and, after an affair with a haughty painter, falls for the daughter of the late Marquis de Bellegarde, scarred by an abusive husband. Her elder brother supports their ruthless mother; younger brother Valentin, smitten with the painter, allies with Christopher.
The American Themes & Keywords
· 38 tags- abusive husband
- sex in bed
- dysfunctional mother daughter relationship
- gun duel
- dysfunctional family
- poisoned to death
- nobility
- paris france
- arranged marriage
- 7 years later
- american in paris
- rich woman
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- widow single man relationship
- brother sister relationship
- housekeeper
- rowboat
- chaperone
- picnic
- poker player
- passionate kiss
- romantic rival
- impotent man
- fatal gunshot wound
- family secret
- death bed admission
- funeral
- convent school
- cutting one's own hair
- contract
- romantic rejection
- bare chested male
- woman on top
- slapped in the face
- drinking
- dog
- death of father
- based on novel
- independent film
Where to Watch The American
Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi TV. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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The American Cast & Characters
Matthew Modine leads the cast as Christopher Newman, with Andrew Scott as Valentin de Bellegarde and Diana Rigg as Madame de Bellegarde. Directed by Paul Unwin; 7 actors are credited in all.
- Director Paul Unwin
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Matthew Modine as Christopher Newman -
Andrew Scott as Valentin de Bellegarde -
Diana Rigg as Madame de Bellegarde - Paul Hickey as Henri de Bellegarde
Also Starring in The American
· 3 more- Brenda Fricker Mrs. Bread
- Eva Birthistle Noemie Nioche
- Aisling O'Sullivan Claire De Cintré
The American Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Американецът” and “Amerykanin”.
- Also known as
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- Американецът
- Amerykanin
- Американец
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The American FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of The American, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The American?
The American runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).
When was The American released?
The American was released on December 26, 1998.
Who directed The American?
The American was directed by Paul Unwin.
More films by Paul Unwin Who is in the cast of The American?
The American stars Matthew Modine as Christopher Newman, Andrew Scott as Valentin de Bellegarde and Diana Rigg as Madame de Bellegarde, among 7 credited actors.
Where can I watch The American?
In the US, The American is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi TV (availability from JustWatch).
Does The American have a post-credit scene?
No. The American has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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