American Empire

1942·Movie
1h 22min·NR

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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Adrenaline6
  • Spectacle6
  • Tension5

Heart

Nostalgic and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia8
  • Catharsis7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Cringe Humor3

World

History and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

THE THUNDERING THRILLING SAGA OF THE WINNING OF THE WEST!

Richard Dix as Dan Taylor and Preston S. Foster as Paxton Bryce are two longtime friends seeking their fortune in Texas after the war. The two men decide, not without problems, to establish a cattle empire. Paxton becoming too ambitious, distances himself from Dan and Abby, Paxton's wife. It will only be after a personal tragedy that he will come back to his senses.
Classic WesternCattle EmpireFriendship & BetrayalTexas HistoryHistorical DramaAmerican ExpansionMelodramaEarly Cinema

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about American Empire

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Where can I stream American Empire legally?

American Empire is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on JustWatch TV, Hoopla, and FlixHouse. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is American Empire worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is American Empire rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is American Empire?

1 h 22 min

American Empire runs 1 h 22 min.

What language is American Empire in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch American Empire?

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