Making an American Citizen (1912): cast, story & where to watch
1912 · Film · ★ 4.6

Released in 1912, Making an American Citizen is a drama film directed by Alice Guy-Blaché, running about 15 minutes.
What it’s about. A recent immigrant learns several hard lessons about how husbands in America are expected to behave.
Who’s in it. Making an American Citizen stars Lee Beggs as Ivan Orloff and Blanche Cornwall as Ivan's Wife.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Making an American Citizen has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Making an American Citizen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Making an American Citizen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Making an American Citizen (1912)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Making an American Citizen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Making an American Citizen worth watching?
- Making an American Citizen holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Making an American Citizen?
- Making an American Citizen stars Lee Beggs and Blanche Cornwall.
- When was Making an American Citizen released?
- Making an American Citizen was released in 1912, with a runtime of about 15 minutes.