The American movie poster

The American

August 31, 2010 1h 44m 6.0/10 (1,450 votes)

Originally released in 2010. The American is a crime/drama film. directed by Anton Corbijn.

Starring George Clooney, Violante Placido, and Thekla Reuten

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 31, 2010 15 years ago
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Runtime 1h 44m 104 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Mixed (1,450 votes)
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Budget $20M Production budget
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Box Office $67.9M 3.4x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$20,000,000
Revenue
$67,900,000

Production Companies

  • Twins Financing
  • This is that
  • Focus Features
  • Greenlit Rights
  • Smokehouse Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The American about?

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.

Who directed The American?

The American was directed by Anton Corbijn.

How long is The American?

The American has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

When was The American released?

The American was released on August 31, 2010 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The American?

The main cast of The American includes George Clooney, Violante Placido, Thekla Reuten, Paolo Bonacelli, Johan Leysen.

Is The American worth watching?

The American has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 1,450 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.