The American Trap (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 2008, The American Trap is a thriller and drama film directed by Charles Binamé, running about 110 minutes. “One of the greatest conspiracies of all time.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The world is still reeling from the assassination of JFK - but has yet to lose his kid brother Bobby. In the midst of all this, a reluctant hero by the name of Lucien Rivard becomes enmeshed in a web of global political intrigue and corruption.
Who’s in it. The American Trap stars Rémy Girard as Lucien Rivard, Gérard Darmon as Paul Mondolini, Colm Feore as Maurice Bishop and Joe Cobden as Jeffrey Cohen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The American Trap has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In CA you can stream it on Crave, iciTouTV and Crave Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The American Trap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The American Trap tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The American Trap (2008)?
- In CA, The American Trap is available to stream on Crave, iciTouTV and Crave Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The American Trap worth watching?
- The American Trap holds an audience score of 4.3 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 The American Trap?
- The American Trap stars Rémy Girard, Gérard Darmon, Colm Feore, Joe Cobden and Janet Lane.
- When was The American Trap released?
- The American Trap was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.