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American Murderer

R Released Oct 21, 2022 1h 44m Crime Drama Mystery & Thriller TRAILER for American Murderer: Trailer 1 List
74% Tomatometer 43 Reviews 91% Audience Score 100+ Ratings
Based on a true story, this riveting thriller follows Jason Derek Brown (Tom Pelphrey), a charismatic con man bankrolling his extravagant lifestyle through a series of scams. On Brown's trail: Lance Leising (Ryan Phillippe), a dogged FBI special agent determined to put Brown behind bars. When Brown's funds run low and his past catches up with him, he plots his most elaborate scheme yet, pitting himself against Leising in a deadly game of cat and mouse -- and becoming the most unlikely and elusive fugitive on the FBI's most-wanted list. Read More Read Less
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Tom Pelphrey kills it as the American Murderer, delivering standard true crime goods to fans of the genre.

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Nicholas Bell Fish Jelly Films (YouTube) A melancholic character study in the vein of Ryan Murphy’s stable of anti-heroes, those whose unstable natures are actually nurtured and sustained by the ambivalence and callousness of others. Rated: 3/5 Jul 27, 2023 Full Review Marshall Shaffer Decider American Murderer doesn’t exactly kill it. Jun 6, 2023 Full Review Cole Smithey ColeSmithey.com Here is a workmanlike true crime thriller to break out the popcorn for all your entertainment needs. Rated: FOUR STARS Mar 3, 2023 Full Review James Croot Stuff.co.nz A fascinating primer on one of America’s rare, understated 21st century true-crime mysteries. Rated: 3.5/5 Mar 2, 2023 Full Review Christopher Llewellyn Reed Film Festival Today The man may be missing, but his riddle gets its compelling origin story right here. Rated: 3/4 Mar 2, 2023 Full Review Peter Gray The AU Review The fact that this film’s ending is so open due to the real-life circumstances lends an eeriness to proceedings that so few true crime stories adhere to. Rated: 3/5 Mar 2, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Cathy L Tom Pelphrey knocks it out of the park again! Just like Ozark! Excellent cast! Very.underrated. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/23/24 Full Review Veronika T è un film fantastico, con ottime interpretazioni, recitazione e design! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/08/24 Full Review Christian A Tom Pelphrey is outstanding in this = great cast! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/07/24 Full Review Aaron C very underrated movie. Pelphrey is fantastic. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/02/24 Full Review Jack W Loved it. Definitely punches above its weight. More of a drama/character study than an action movie. Almost didn't watch it cause of the poster on Hulu, but then I googled it and thought it sounded interesting. Tom Pelphrey and Idina Menzel were excellent, and Jacki Weaver's always good. Reccomend! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/01/24 Full Review geovanny p idina menzel esta incrivel nesse filme 😁 Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/24/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Based on a true story, this riveting thriller follows Jason Derek Brown (Tom Pelphrey), a charismatic con man bankrolling his extravagant lifestyle through a series of scams. On Brown's trail: Lance Leising (Ryan Phillippe), a dogged FBI special agent determined to put Brown behind bars. When Brown's funds run low and his past catches up with him, he plots his most elaborate scheme yet, pitting himself against Leising in a deadly game of cat and mouse -- and becoming the most unlikely and elusive fugitive on the FBI's most-wanted list.
Director
Matthew Gentile
Producer
Kara Baker, Carissa Buffel, Kevin Matusow, Gia Walsh
Screenwriter
Matthew Gentile
Distributor
Saban Films
Production Co
Universal Pictures, Traveling Picture Show Company (TPSC), Productivity Media, Gigi Films
Rating
R (Pervasive Language|Drug Use|Some Sexual Content/Nudity|Violence)
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 21, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 28, 2022
Runtime
1h 44m
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