The Quiet American
2002, English. Directed by Phillip Noyce.
In war, the most powerful weapon is seduction.
Cynical British journalist Fowler falls in love with a young Vietnamese woman but is dismayed when a naïve U.S. official also begins vying for her attention. In retaliation, Fowler informs the communists that the American is selling arms to their enemy.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 351 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Quiet American
The Quiet American isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Phillip NoyceDirector
- Michael CaineThomas Fowler
- Brendan FraserAlden Pyle
- Đỗ Thị Hải YếnPhuong
- Tzi MaHinh
- Rade ŠerbedžijaInspector Vigot
- Robert StantonJoe Tunney
- Holmes OsborneBill Granger
- Ngo Quang HaiGeneral Thế
- Ferdinand HoangMr. Muoi
- Pham Thi Mai HoaPhuong's Sister
- Mathias MlekuzFrench Captain
- Kevin TranWatch Tower Soldier
Details
- Released
- 22 November 2002
- Country
- France, Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America, Vietnam
- Written by
- Robert Schenkkan, Christopher Hampton
- Budget
- $30M
- Box office
- $28M
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What The Quiet American is based on
The Quiet American is based on The Quiet American, a 1955 novel by Graham Greene, published by Heinemann.
Novel · 1955
The Quiet American
By Graham Greene
Published by Heinemann
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The Quiet American: quick answers
Is The Quiet American worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 351 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Quiet American?
The Quiet American runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Quiet American have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Quiet American. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Quiet American parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Quiet American is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Quiet American on?
The Quiet American isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Quiet American?
If you liked The Quiet American, try The Exception, The Siege of Jadotville, Heaven & Earth.
Who directed The Quiet American?
The Quiet American (2002) was directed by Phillip Noyce and stars Michael Caine, Brendan Fraser, Đỗ Thị Hải Yến.
What is The Quiet American based on?
The Quiet American is based on The Quiet American, a 1955 novel by Graham Greene, published by Heinemann.