American Beauty (1999)
Movie 2h 2m ★ 8.0/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
American Beauty is a drama movie from 1999. It is directed by Sam Mendes. The cast includes Scott Bakula, Wes Bentley and John Cho. The running time is 2h 2m. Audiences give it an excellent score of 8.0 out of 10.
71Tonight Score Very well rated, a classic.
Synopsis
Lester Burnham, a depressed suburban father in a mid-life crisis, decides to turn his hectic life around after developing an infatuation with his daughter's attractive friend.
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Cast & crew
- Sam MendesDirector
- Scott Bakulaas Jim Olmeyer
- Wes Bentleyas Ricky Fitts
- John Choas Sale House Man #1
- Chris Cooperas Colonel Fitts
- Kevin Spaceyas Lester Burnham
- Peter Gallagheras Buddy Kane
- Thora Birchas Jane Burnham
- Mena Suvarias Angela Hayes
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Questions about American Beauty
- What genre is American Beauty?
- American Beauty is categorised as Drama.
- Who stars in American Beauty?
- Scott Bakula, Wes Bentley, John Cho, Chris Cooper, Kevin Spacey appear in the main cast.
- Who directed American Beauty?
- Sam Mendes directed American Beauty.
- How long is American Beauty?
- American Beauty runs for 2h 2m (122 minutes).
- Is American Beauty worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 8.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch American Beauty?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
