American Buffalo
1996, English. Directed by Michael Corrente.
They had a plan. It wasn't worth a nickel.
Three inner-city losers plan a robbery of a valuable coin in a seedy second-hand junk shop.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.4/10 from 75 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch American Buffalo
American Buffalo is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India.
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Details
- Released
- 13 September 1996
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- David Mamet
- Box office
- $665K
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American Buffalo: quick answers
Is American Buffalo worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.4/10 from 75 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is American Buffalo?
American Buffalo runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does American Buffalo have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for American Buffalo. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
American Buffalo parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
American Buffalo is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is American Buffalo on?
American Buffalo is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like American Buffalo?
If you liked American Buffalo, try The Place Beyond the Pines, Heat, Play Dirty.
Who directed American Buffalo?
American Buffalo (1996) was directed by Michael Corrente and stars Dustin Hoffman, Dennis Franz, Sean Nelson.