

Older Than America
2008, English. Directed by Georgina Lightning.
The truth of the past come to light in a series of haunting visions in this drama. The strange visions grow more vivid with each passing day, a young woman of Native American heritage begins piecing together a Catholic priests diabolical plot to prevent her mother from revealing the atrocities that unfolded at a Native Indian boarding school.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Older Than America is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India.
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Cast & crew
- Georgina LightningDirector
- Adam BeachJohnny
- Tantoo CardinalAuntie Apple
- Bradley CooperLuke
- Glen GouldSteve Klamath
- Dan HarrisonWalter Many Lightnings
- Sarah AgnewMary
- Wes StudiRichard Two Rivers
- Chris MulkeyPaul Gunderson
- Georgina LightningRain
- Stephen YoakamFather Bartoli
- Mark BenninghoffenBIA Official Bryan Walker
- Joe AppBoarding School Priest
Details
- Released
- 8 March 2008
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Georgina Lightning, Christine K. Walker
- Budget
- $1M
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How long is Older Than America?
Older Than America runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
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Which OTT platform is Older Than America on?
Older Than America is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Older Than America?
If you liked Older Than America, try A Dry White Season, The Truth About Emanuel, The Good Neighbor.
Who directed Older Than America?
Older Than America (2008) was directed by Georgina Lightning and stars Adam Beach, Tantoo Cardinal, Bradley Cooper.