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American Splendor

"Ordinary life is pretty complex stuff"

August 15, 2003 1h 41m 7.2/10 (521 votes)

Originally released in 2003. American Splendor is a comedy/drama film. directed by Shari Springer Berman.

Starring Paul Giamatti, Hope Davis, and Judah Friedlander

Synopsis

An original mix of fiction and reality illuminates the life of comic book hero everyman Harvey Pekar.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 15, 2003 22 years ago
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Runtime 1h 41m 101 minutes total
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User Rating 7.2/10 Great (521 votes)
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Budget $2M Production budget
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Box Office $6M 3.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$2,000,000
Revenue
$6,003,587

Production Companies

  • HBO Films
  • Good Machine

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is American Splendor about?

An original mix of fiction and reality illuminates the life of comic book hero everyman Harvey Pekar.

Who directed American Splendor?

American Splendor was directed by Shari Springer Berman.

How long is American Splendor?

American Splendor has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).

When was American Splendor released?

American Splendor was released on August 15, 2003 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in American Splendor?

The main cast of American Splendor includes Paul Giamatti, Hope Davis, Judah Friedlander, James Urbaniak, Earl Billings.

Is American Splendor worth watching?

American Splendor has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 521 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.