The American Way (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1987, The American Way is a comedy film directed by Maurice Phillips, running about 92 minutes. “Truth, justice...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of Vietnam vets disturbs television programs from a B-29 airplane. They want to sabotage Mrs Westinghouse's political campaign who is running for the Senate in support of US military involvement in South America. Mrs Westinghouse orders some nuclear missiles to be launched against the saboteurs, but they manage to avoid the impact and even succeed in exposing a big secret of hers.
Who’s in it. The American Way stars Dennis Hopper as Captain, Craven Mark as Don, James Aubrey as Claude and Eugene Lipinski as Ace, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The American Way 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 The American Way page.
If you liked it. Fans of The American Way tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The American Way (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The American Way change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The American Way worth watching?
- The American Way holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The American Way?
- The American Way stars Dennis Hopper, Craven Mark, James Aubrey, Eugene Lipinski and William Armstrong.
- When was The American Way released?
- The American Way was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.