The American Friend (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2009, The American Friend is a comedy, drama and family film directed by Ricardo Pretti, running about 19 minutes. “Paris meets Thaís” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Paris - an American who recently arrived in Brazil - and the Brazilian Thais begin a simple friendship sharing feelings and sensations, even if they do not understand a single word each othar says.
Who’s in it. The American Friend stars Paris Leicester as Paris, Thaís de Campos and Ian Lopes Araújo as Ian.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The American Friend sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. 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 Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The American Friend (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The American Friend change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The American Friend worth watching?
- The American Friend holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The American Friend?
- The American Friend stars Paris Leicester, Thaís de Campos and Ian Lopes Araújo.
- When was The American Friend released?
- The American Friend was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 19 minutes.