The American
American ballet dancer Joy Womack is accepted into Moscow's infamously tough Bolshoi Ballet Academy, with the dream of becoming a great ballerina.
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Frequently asked questions about The American
Where can I watch The American in the United States?
The American is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The American on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The American is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside Kanopy and Hoopla.
Can I watch The American for free?
The American streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The American?
The American scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The American?
The American stars Talia Ryder, Diane Kruger, Oleg Ivenko, Natasha Alderslade, and Natalia Osipova. James Napier Robertson is the director.
How long is The American?
The American runs 1h 50m (110 minutes).
When did The American come out?
The American was released on November 2, 2023.
Which studio made The American?
The American was produced by Ingenious Media, New Zealand Film Commission, and Anonymous Content in New Zealand, Poland, and the United Kingdom.
How much did The American make at the box office?
The American grossed $324,522 worldwide.
What languages is The American in?
The American is in Russian and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.