The American

20101h 44m6.0(1,571 votes)

CrimeDramaThriller

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.

The American (2010) is a crime, drama, and thriller film directed by Anton Corbijn. It stars George Clooney, Violante Placido, and Thekla Reuten. The film runs for 1 hour 44 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.0 out of 10 from 1,571 votes.

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Director

Anton Corbijn

Cast

George Clooney

Jack / Edward

Violante Placido

Clara

Thekla Reuten

Mathilde

Paolo Bonacelli

Father Benedetto

Johan Leysen

Pavel

Irina Björklund

Ingrid

Lars Hjelm

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Frequently Asked Questions About The American

Where can I watch The American?

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Who stars in The American?

The American stars George Clooney, Violante Placido, Thekla Reuten, and Paolo Bonacelli, and was directed by Anton Corbijn.

How long is The American?

The American has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes.

When did The American come out?

The American was released in 2010.

What genre is The American?

The American is a crime, drama, and thriller film.

Is The American worth watching?

The American holds an average audience score of 6.0 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.