The Amish (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film
Released in 2012, The Amish is a history and documentary film directed by David Belton, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Lyrical and meditative, The Amish answers many questions Americans have about this insistently insular religious community, whose intense faith and adherence to five hundred year-old traditions have by turns captivated and repelled, awed and irritated, inspired and confused for more than a century. With unprecedented access to the Amish built on patience and hard-won trust, the film is the first to deeply penetrate and explore this profoundly attention-averse group. In doing so, it paints an extraordinarily intimate portrait of contemporary Amish faith and life. It questions why and how the Amish, an insistently closed and communal culture, have thrived within one of the most open, individualistic societies on earth.
Who’s in it. The Amish stars Steve Ballan as Self.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Amish page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Amish tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Amish (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Amish change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Amish?
- The Amish stars Steve Ballan.
- When was The Amish released?
- The Amish was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.