Hotel America (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1981, Hotel America is a drama and romance film directed by André Téchiné, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Helene, a pill-addicted anesthesiologist, is mourning the death of her boyfriend when, through a car accident she causes, she chances to meet the lethargic Gilles, a young man who lives for free at his mother's hotel. Gilles pursues Helene romantically, and she eventually softens up. Gilles, however, is also devoted to Bernard, a petty crook who revels in mugging gay men. All three struggle with relationships that seem to be going nowhere.
Who’s in it. Hotel America stars Catherine Deneuve as Hélène, Patrick Dewaere as Gilles Tisserand, Etienne Chicot as Bernard and Sabine Haudepin as Elise Tisserand, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Hotel America has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hotel America page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hotel America tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hotel America (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hotel America change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hotel America worth watching?
- Hotel America holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hotel America?
- Hotel America stars Catherine Deneuve, Patrick Dewaere, Etienne Chicot, Sabine Haudepin and Dominique Lavanant.
- When was Hotel America released?
- Hotel America was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.