America (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.4

Released in 2011, America is a thriller and drama film directed by Sonia Fritz, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. América, a 30-year-old mother who lives in a remote Caribbean village, suffers the hardest hit when her lover takes her daughter from her. Fury and fear push her to run away. In her new life as a nanny in New York City, with support from relatives and other latinas, América finds comfort and hope. When she dares to dream of a life without violence, reality hunts her down. Will she survive to tell her story?
Who’s in it. America stars Lymari Nadal as America, Yancey Arias as Correa, Rachel Ticotin as Esther and Edward James Olmos as Mr. Irving, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, America has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch America page.
If you liked it. Fans of America tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch America (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for America change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is America worth watching?
- America holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in America?
- America stars Lymari Nadal, Yancey Arias, Rachel Ticotin, Edward James Olmos and Yareli Arizmendi.
- When was America released?
- America was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.