American Beauty
1999, English. Directed by Sam Mendes.
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Lester Burnham, a depressed suburban father in a mid-life crisis, decides to turn his hectic life around after developing an infatuation with his daughter's attractive friend.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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8.0/10 from 13,541 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch American Beauty
American Beauty isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Sam MendesDirector
- Kevin SpaceyLester Burnham
- Annette BeningCarolyn Burnham
- Thora BirchJane Burnham
- Wes BentleyRicky Fitts
- Mena SuvariAngela Hayes
- Peter GallagherBuddy Kane
- Allison JanneyBarbara Fitts
- Chris CooperColonel Fitts
- Scott BakulaJim Olmeyer
- Sam RobardsJim Berkley
- Barry Del ShermanBrad
- Ara CeliSale House Woman #1
Details
- Released
- 15 September 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alan Ball
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $356M
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American Beauty: quick answers
Is American Beauty worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.0/10 from 13,541 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is American Beauty?
American Beauty runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does American Beauty have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for American Beauty. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
American Beauty parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
American Beauty is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is American Beauty on?
American Beauty isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like American Beauty?
If you liked American Beauty, try Magnolia, Happiness, The Ice Storm.
Who directed American Beauty?
American Beauty (1999) was directed by Sam Mendes and stars Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, Thora Birch.