The American(2010)
Overview
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.
Director
Anton Corbijn
Studio
Twins Financing
Budget
$20M
Revenue
$68M
Cast
George Clooney
as Jack / Edward
Violante Placido
as Clara
Thekla Reuten
as Mathilde
Paolo Bonacelli
as Father Benedetto
Johan Leysen
as Pavel
Irina Björklund
as Ingrid
Lars Hjelm
as Hunter #1
Björn Granath
as Hunter #2
Giorgio Gobbi
as Man on Vespa
Silvana Bosi
as Old Cheese Vendor
Guido Palliggiano
as Waiter (Market)
Samuli Vauramo
as Young Swedish Man
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2010
Runtime
1h 44m
Language
English
Rating
6 / 10
Budget
$20M
Box Office
$68M
Production Companies
Twins Financing • This is that • Focus Features
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The American?▼
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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 and released in 2010. It is a crime, drama, thriller film.
How long is The American?▼
The American has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
Who stars in The American?▼
The cast of The American includes George Clooney as Jack / Edward, Violante Placido as Clara, Thekla Reuten as Mathilde, Paolo Bonacelli as Father Benedetto, Johan Leysen as Pavel and more.
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