The All American (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1953, The All American is a drama and romance film directed by Jesse Hibbs, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. A family tragedy causes a college football quarterback to re-think his goals in life.
Who’s in it. The All American stars Tony Curtis as Nick Bonelli, Lori Nelson as Sharon Wallace, Richard Long as Howard Carter and Mamie Van Doren as Susie Ward, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The All American has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The All American page.
If you liked it. Fans of The All American tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The All American (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The All American change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The All American worth watching?
- The All American holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The All American?
- The All American stars Tony Curtis, Lori Nelson, Richard Long, Mamie Van Doren and Gregg Palmer.
- When was The All American released?
- The All American was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.