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American Movie

7.519991h 44mMovieDocumentaryComedy

American Movie documents the story of filmmaker Mark Borchardt, his mission, and his dream. Spanning over two years of intense struggle with his film, his family, financial decline, and spiritual crisis, American Movie is a portrayal of…

DirectorChris Smith
ProducersSarah Price·Chris Smith

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Chris Smith

MBMark Borchardt
Mark Borchardt
Filmmaker
MSMike Schank
Mike Schank
Friend / Musician
TS
Tom Schimmels
Actor in 'Coven'
MB
Monica Borchardt
Mark's Mom
AB
Alex Borchardt
Mark's Brother
CB
Chris Borchardt
Mark's Brother
KK
Ken Keen
Friend / Associate Producer
MW
Matt Weisman
Casting Director
BB
Bill Borchardt
Mark's Uncle / Executive Producer
CB
Cliff Borchardt
Mark's Dad
TB
Tom Beach
Production Manager
JP
Joan Petrie
Mark's Girlfriend / Associate Producer

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American Movie — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams American Movie?

American Movie isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is American Movie on Netflix?

No, American Movie is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is American Movie on Amazon Prime Video?

American Movie isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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American Movie isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.