The American Friend (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1977, The American Friend is a thriller and drama film directed by Wim Wenders, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. Tom Ripley, an American who deals in forged art, is slighted at an auction in Hamburg by picture framer Jonathan Zimmerman. When Ripley is asked by gangster Raoul Minot to kill a rival, he suggests Zimmerman, and the two, exploiting Zimmerman's terminal illness, coerce him into being a hitman.
Who’s in it. The American Friend stars John Bloom, Dennis Hopper as Tom Ripley, Bruno Ganz as Jonathan Zimmermann and Lisa Kreuzer as Marianne Zimmermann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The American Friend has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The American Friend page.
If you liked it. Fans of The American Friend tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The American Friend (1977)?
- In US, The American Friend is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The American Friend worth watching?
- The American Friend holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The American Friend?
- The American Friend stars John Bloom, Dennis Hopper, Bruno Ganz, Lisa Kreuzer and Gérard Blain.
- When was The American Friend released?
- The American Friend was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.