American Dream
1990, English. Directed by Barbara Kopple.
The award-winning film of American lives, American courage, and the...
When workers at the Hormel meatpacking plant in Austin, Minnesota are asked to take a substantial pay cut in a highly profitable year, the local labor union decides to go on strike and fight for a wage they believe is fair. But as the work stoppage drags on and the strikers face losing everything, friends become enemies, families are divided and the very future of this typical mid American town is threatened.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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American Dream is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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- Released
- 6 October 1990
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Box office
- $270K
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American Dream runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
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American Dream parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
American Dream is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
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American Dream is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
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Who directed American Dream?
American Dream (1990) was directed by Barbara Kopple.