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American Fiction

7.220231h 57mRMovieComedyDrama

A novelist fed up with the establishment profiting from "Black" entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him into the heart of hypocrisy and the madness he claims to disdain.

DirectorCord Jefferson
WriterCord Jefferson
ProducersRam Bergman·Michael Bowes

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Cast · Directed by Cord Jefferson

JWJeffrey Wright
Jeffrey Wright
Thelonious 'Monk' Ellison
JOJohn Ortiz
John Ortiz
Arthur
EAErika Alexander
Erika Alexander
Coraline
LULeslie Uggams
Leslie Uggams
Agnes Ellison
SBSterling K. Brown
Sterling K. Brown
Clifford Ellison
SWSkyler Wright
Skyler Wright
Brittany
JAJohn Ales
John Ales
Leo
PFPatrick Fischler
Patrick Fischler
Mandel
CCCarmen Cusack
Carmen Cusack
Gilda
JM
Joseph Marrella
Matthew Wilson
SB
Stephen Burrell
Jordan Phillips
IRIssa Rae
Issa Rae
Sintara Golden

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American Fiction — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams American Fiction?

American Fiction is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel and YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is American Fiction on Netflix?

No, American Fiction is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and The Roku Channel.

Is American Fiction on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — American Fiction is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch American Fiction for free?

American Fiction is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and YouTube Free in United States.