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American Fiction

Directed by Cord Jefferson · 2023 ·

Short answer

Is American Fiction worth watching?

Yes. American Fiction (2023) earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

82%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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93% Editorial Rating
90% Audience snapshot · excluded
83 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.8
7.5 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 57m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · 17+ (Indonesia) · MA 15+ (Australia) · 14A (Canada)
Cast
Jeffrey Wright , John Ortiz , Erika Alexander , Leslie Uggams , Sterling K. Brown , Skyler Wright , John Ales , Patrick Fischler , Carmen Cusack , Joseph Marrella
Streaming
Prime Video
Language
English

Also known as Ficción Estadounidense Fiction à l'américaine Amerikanische Fiktion Ficção Americana アメリカン・フィクション 아메리칸 픽션 美国小说 美式小說

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  • Prime Video

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (93/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (83/100).
  • Celluloid Score 82% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, drama pick

Not ideal for

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    Is American Fiction worth watching?

    Yes — American Fiction earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, drama pick.

    Celluloid verdict

    American Fiction — People's Choice Award at TIFF 2023. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is American Fiction about?

    A novelist fed up with the establishment profiting from "Black" entertainment uses a pen name to write a book that propels him into the heart of hypocrisy and the madness he claims to disdain.

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    American Fiction: frequently asked questions

    Is American Fiction worth watching?

    Yes. American Fiction (2023) has a Celluloid Score of 82%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch American Fiction?

    In the United States, American Fiction streams on Prime Video with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India; Prime Video in Japan; Prime Video, HBO Max in Turkey; Prime Video in the United Arab Emirates. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is American Fiction?

    American Fiction runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

    What is American Fiction rated?

    American Fiction is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, 17+ in Indonesia, MA 15+ in Australia and 14A in Canada. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in American Fiction?

    American Fiction is directed by Cord Jefferson and stars Jeffrey Wright, John Ortiz, Erika Alexander, Leslie Uggams, Sterling K. Brown.

    What is the Metascore for American Fiction?

    Metacritic's Metascore for American Fiction is 83 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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