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American Splendor

7.120031h 41mRMovieComedyDrama

An original mix of fiction and reality illuminates the life of comic book hero everyman Harvey Pekar.

DirectorsRobert Pulcini·Shari Springer Berman
WritersShari Springer Berman·Robert Pulcini
ProducerTed Hope

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Robert Pulcini

PGPaul Giamatti
Paul Giamatti
Harvey Pekar
HDHope Davis
Hope Davis
Joyce Brabner
JFJudah Friedlander
Judah Friedlander
Toby Radloff
JUJames Urbaniak
James Urbaniak
Robert Crumb
EBEarl Billings
Earl Billings
Mr. Boats
JMJames McCaffrey
James McCaffrey
Fred
MMMaggie Moore
Maggie Moore
Alice Quinn
VBVivienne Benesch
Vivienne Benesch
Lana
DTDaniel Tay
Daniel Tay
Young Harvey
HPHarvey Pekar
Harvey Pekar
Real Harvey
DLDonal Logue
Donal Logue
Stage Actor Harvey
JHJosh Hutcherson
Josh Hutcherson
Robin

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American Splendor — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams American Splendor?

American Splendor is streaming on HBO Max in Australia. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is American Splendor on Netflix?

No, American Splendor is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

Is American Splendor on Amazon Prime Video?

No, American Splendor isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on HBO Max instead.

Where can I watch American Splendor for free?

American Splendor is available on HBO Max in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is American Splendor based on a true story?

Yes — American Splendor is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).