American Factory
2019, English. Directed by Steven Bognar & Julia Reichert.
Cultures collide. Hope survives.
In post-industrial Ohio, a Chinese billionaire opens a new factory in the husk of an abandoned General Motors plant, hiring two thousand blue-collar Americans. Early days of hope and optimism give way to setbacks as high-tech China clashes with working-class America.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- U/A 13+
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Where to watch American Factory
American Factory is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Steven BognarDirector
- Julia ReichertDirector
- Junming 'Jimmy' WangSelf - Vice President, Fuyao
- Sherrod BrownSelf - U.S. Senator, Ohio
- Dave BurrowsSelf - Vice President, Fuyao Glass America
- John GauthierSelf - President, Fuyao Glass America
- Rob HaerrSelf - Furnace Supervisor
- Cynthia HarperSelf - Lamination Specialist
- Wong HeSelf - Furance Engineer
- Jill LamantiaSelf - Forklift Operator
- Jeff Daochuan LiuSelf - President, Fuyao Glass America
- Shawnea RosserSelf - Glass Inspector
- Rebecca Ruan-O'ShaughnessySelf - Fuyao Attorney
Details
- Released
- 21 August 2019
- Country
- United States of America
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American Factory: quick answers
Is American Factory worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 543 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is American Factory?
American Factory runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does American Factory have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for American Factory. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
American Factory parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
American Factory is rated U/A 13+ in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is American Factory on?
American Factory is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like American Factory?
If you liked American Factory, try Ascension, Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return, Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20.
Who directed American Factory?
American Factory (2019) was directed by Steven Bognar and Julia Reichert and stars Junming 'Jimmy' Wang, Sherrod Brown, Dave Burrows.