My American Uncle
1980, French. Directed by Alain Resnais.
Professor Henri Laborit uses three people's stories to discuss behaviourist theories of survival, combat, rewards and punishment, and anxiety: René is a technical manager at a textile factory and must face the anxiety caused by corporate downsizing; Janine is a self-educated actress/stylist who learns that the wife of her lover is dying and must decide to let them reunite; and Jean is a controversial career-climbing writer/politician at a crossroads in life.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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My American Uncle is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Alain ResnaisDirector
- Gérard DepardieuRené Ragueneau
- Nicole GarciaJanine Garnier
- Roger PierreJean Le Gall
- Nelly BorgeaudArlette Le Gall
- Pierre ArditiZambeaux, le représentant de la direction générale à Paris
- Gérard DarrieuLéon Veestrate
- Philippe LaudenbachMichel Aubert
- Marie DuboisThérèse Ragueneau
- Henri LaboritHenri Laborit
- Bernard MalaterreJean's Father
- Laurence RoyJean's Mother
- Alexandre RignaultJean's Grandfather
Details
- Released
- 21 May 1980
- Original title
- Mon oncle d'Amérique
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Jean Gruault, Henri Laborit
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My American Uncle: quick answers
Is My American Uncle worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 217 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is My American Uncle?
My American Uncle runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does My American Uncle have a post-credits scene?
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My American Uncle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is My American Uncle on?
My American Uncle is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like My American Uncle?
If you liked My American Uncle, try My Night at Maud's, Get Out Your Handkerchiefs, Jules and Jim.
Who directed My American Uncle?
My American Uncle (1980) was directed by Alain Resnais and stars Gérard Depardieu, Nicole Garcia, Roger Pierre.