The American Friend
Der amerikanische Freund
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Tom Ripley, an American who deals in forged art, is slighted at an auction in Hamburg by picture framer Jonathan Zimmerman. When Ripley is asked by gangster Raoul Minot to kill a rival, he suggests Zimmerman, and the two, exploiting Zimmerman's terminal illness, coerce him into being a hitman.
Cast
Dennis Hopper
as Tom Ripley
Bruno Ganz
as Jonathan Zimmermann
Lisa Kreuzer
as Marianne Zimmermann
Gérard Blain
as Raoul Minot
Nicholas Ray
as Derwatt
Samuel Fuller
as The American
Peter Lilienthal
as Marcangelo
Daniel Schmid
as Igraham
Sandy Whitelaw
as Doctor in Paris
Jean Eustache
as Friendly Man
Lou Castel
as Rodolphe
Andreas Dedecke
as Daniel Zimmermann
David Blue
as Allan Winter
Rudolf Schündler
as Gantner
Gerty Molzen
as Old Lady
Heinz Joachim Klein
as Dr. Gabriel
Satya De La Manitou
as Angie
Axel Schiessler
as Lippo
Adolf Hansen
as Conductor
Rosemarie Heinikel
as Mona
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Stream The American Friend online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama, thriller, and crime movie originally produced in German and released in 1977, it's earned a solid 7.1/10 from 439 viewers worldwide.
About The American Friend
Tom Ripley, an American who deals in forged art, is slighted at an auction in Hamburg by picture framer Jonathan Zimmerman. When Ripley is asked by gangster Raoul Minot to kill a rival, he suggests Zimmerman, and the two, exploiting Zimmerman's terminal illness, coerce him into being a hitman. Running 125 minutes.
The American Friend Cast and Characters
The cast features Dennis Hopper (as Tom Ripley), Bruno Ganz (as Jonathan Zimmermann), Lisa Kreuzer (as Marianne Zimmermann), Gérard Blain (as Raoul Minot), and Nicholas Ray (as Derwatt). Their performances are a major reason The American Friend has built such a passionate audience.
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The American Friend flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy German storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch The American Friend online for free?
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How long is The American Friend?
The American Friend runs for 125 minutes (about 2.1 hours).
Is The American Friend good? What's the rating?
The American Friend holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 439 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The American Friend?
The main cast includes Dennis Hopper, Bruno Ganz, Lisa Kreuzer, and Gérard Blain, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The American Friend available in German?
Yes — The American Friend was originally produced in German and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The American Friend released?
The American Friend was released in 1977.
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What is The American Friend about?
The American Friend is a Drama/Thriller film. Tom Ripley, an American who deals in forged art, is slighted at an auction in Hamburg by picture framer Jonathan Zimmerman. When Ripley is asked by gangster Raoul Minot to kill a rival, he suggests Zimmerman, and the two, exploiting Zimmerman's terminal illness, coerce him into being a hitman.
When was The American Friend released?
The American Friend was released on June 24, 1977. It has a runtime of 2h 5m. The film was produced by Road Movies.
Who stars in The American Friend?
The American Friend stars Dennis Hopper, Bruno Ganz, Lisa Kreuzer and Gérard Blain. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The American Friend available in HD?
Yes, The American Friend is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.