American Beauty
"... look closer"
Originally released in 1999. American Beauty is a drama film. directed by Sam Mendes. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, and Thora Birch
Synopsis
Lester Burnham, a depressed suburban father in a mid-life crisis, decides to turn his hectic life around after developing an infatuation with his daughter's attractive friend.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 15, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (12,736 votes)
Budget
$15M
Production budget
Box Office
$356.3M
23.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $15,000,000
- Revenue
- $356,296,601
Production Companies
- DreamWorks Pictures
- Jinks/Cohen Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Beauty about?
Lester Burnham, a depressed suburban father in a mid-life crisis, decides to turn his hectic life around after developing an infatuation with his daughter's attractive friend.
Who directed American Beauty?
American Beauty was directed by Sam Mendes.
How long is American Beauty?
American Beauty has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was American Beauty released?
American Beauty was released on September 15, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in American Beauty?
The main cast of American Beauty includes Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, Thora Birch, Wes Bentley, Mena Suvari.
Is American Beauty worth watching?
American Beauty has a user rating of 8.0/10 based on 12,736 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.