

American Dreamer
2022, English. Directed by Paul Dektor.
Hope isn't for everyone.
In this winsome comedy, an entitled Economics professor pursues a tactic to buy an ailing widow’s mansion for nothing, but he quickly realizes that his seemingly foolproof strategy won’t be as easy as he thought.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Snoozefest
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5.9/10 from 89 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch American Dreamer
American Dreamer is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Availability in India as of 11 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Paul DektorDirector
- Peter DinklagePhil Loder
- Shirley MacLaineAstrid Fanelli
- Kimberly QuinnMaggie Pennington
- Danny PudiCraig
- Matt DillonDell
- Danny GloverJerry
- Michelle MylettClare Milano
- Peter KelamisOfficer Burt
- Rebecca OlsonBeatrice / Babette
- Garry ChalkNicolai
- Kimberley ShonikerSusan
- Raresh DiMofteBoris the Plumber
Details
- Released
- 4 November 2022
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Christopher Wehner, Theodore Melfi
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American Dreamer: quick answers
Is American Dreamer worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 89 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is American Dreamer?
American Dreamer runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does American Dreamer have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for American Dreamer. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
American Dreamer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
American Dreamer is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is American Dreamer on?
American Dreamer is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like American Dreamer?
If you liked American Dreamer, try Duplex, The Distinguished Gentleman, Class Rank.
Who directed American Dreamer?
American Dreamer (2022) was directed by Paul Dektor and stars Peter Dinklage, Shirley MacLaine, Kimberly Quinn.