The Quiet American
Cynical British journalist Fowler falls in love with a young Vietnamese woman but is dismayed when a naïve U.S. official also begins vying for her attention. In retaliation, Fowler informs the communists that the American is selling arms to their enemy.
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The Quiet American 2002 Trailer
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Frequently asked questions about The Quiet American
Where can I watch The Quiet American in the United States?
The Quiet American is available to stream on fuboTV, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Quiet American for free?
The Quiet 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 Quiet American?
The Quiet American scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Quiet American?
The Quiet American stars Michael Caine, Brendan Fraser, Đỗ Thị Hải Yến, Tzi Ma, and Rade Šerbedžija. Phillip Noyce is the director.
How long is The Quiet American?
The Quiet American runs 1h 41m (101 minutes).
When did The Quiet American come out?
The Quiet American was released on November 22, 2002.
Which studio made The Quiet American?
The Quiet American was produced by Mirage Enterprises, IMF Internationale Medien und Film 2 & Produktions, and Giai Phong Film Studio in France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.
What was the budget for The Quiet American?
The Quiet American was made on a budget of $30,000,000.
How much did The Quiet American make at the box office?
The Quiet American grossed $27,674,124 worldwide, against a budget of $30,000,000.
What languages is The Quiet American in?
The Quiet American is in English, French, and Vietnamese, 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.