For this list, “start with the word American” means the title’s first word is American. These ten picks are editorial recommendations, not a definitive ranking; they span crime, drama, comedy and coming-of-age stories, so choose by mood as well as by title.
10 movies whose titles begin with “American”
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American Graffiti (1973)
George Lucas’s coming-of-age film follows California teenagers cruising to rock and roll in the early 1960s. Its ensemble and music-led period setting make it a natural pick for a nostalgic night. Lucasfilm describes the film as a coming-of-age story; the page also gives Curt this line: “Somebody wants me. Somebody who’s out there roaming the streets wants me!”
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American Beauty
For a prestige drama centered on suburban life, midlife crisis and family tension, try Sam Mendes’s film, written by Alan Ball. The cast includes Kevin Spacey, Annette Bening, Thora Birch, Mena Suvari and Wes Bentley. Amblin’s film page lists Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Original Screenplay and Best Cinematography.
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American Hustle (2013)
This ensemble crime drama follows con artists drawn into an FBI sting. Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper, Jeremy Renner and Jennifer Lawrence star. Pick it for schemes, shifting loyalties and a story built around a complicated operation. Sony’s official page describes the premise and cast.
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American Gangster
Ridley Scott directs Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe in a crime story centered on Harlem drug boss Frank Lucas. Universal frames the film as a true story; that is the studio’s description, rather than an independent assessment of its historical accuracy. Universal’s page gives the studio synopsis.
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American Made
Tom Cruise plays a pilot and hustler recruited by the CIA in this crime-and-espionage option directed by Doug Liman. It suits viewers looking for a faster-moving caper than a character drama. Universal’s synopsis establishes that premise and the director credit.
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American Fiction
A title that fits the strict rule and offers a change of pace from the crime stories above. Consider it when you want a contemporary drama rather than a period setting or a gangster saga.
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American Splendor
This is another exact-match title to seek out for a different kind of American story. It broadens the list beyond big crime plots and nostalgic ensemble films.
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American Psycho
For a darker turn, this exact-match title is a pick for viewers in the mood for a psychological thriller rather than a warm coming-of-age story.
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American History X
A serious drama choice for a viewing mood that calls for difficult subject matter. It provides a sharper contrast with the lighter, music-led appeal of American Graffiti.
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American Sniper
Round out the list with a war drama for viewers seeking a military-focused story. Its title begins with “American,” making it eligible under the same rule as the other nine picks.
Why An American Werewolf in London is not on the strict list
John Landis’s 1981 horror-comedy is an obvious genre contrast, but its official title begins with “An,” not “American,” so it does not meet this list’s first-word rule. Universal classifies it as horror, thriller and comedy, and lists David Naughton and Jenny Agutter among the cast. Universal’s film page also lists 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray, Blu-ray and DVD formats; retailer stock can vary.
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Choose by mood, not just by the title
- For a nostalgic ensemble: American Graffiti.
- For suburban family drama: American Beauty.
- For cons and an FBI operation: American Hustle.
- For a crime saga: American Gangster.
- For a quicker crime-and-espionage premise: American Made.
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