What is the duration of The American?

The duration of The American is 84 mins.

What is the original language of The American?

The original language of The American is English.

The American 1998

Q: Does The American have end credit scenes?

The American does not have end credit scenes.

Romance

Drama

Runtime

84 mins

Language

English

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.

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Does The American have end credit scenes?

No!

The American does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Diana Rigg

Madame de Bellegarde

Andrew Scott

Valentin de Bellegarde

Brenda Fricker

Mrs. Bread

Matthew Modine

Christopher Newman

Eva Birthistle

Noemie Nioche

Aisling O'Sullivan

Claire De Cintré

Paul Hickey

Henri de Bellegarde

Paul Unwin

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