---
title: "American Dreamer"
year: 2022
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/american-dreamer-2022"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 931461
imdb_id: "tt13884444"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 106
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 88
content_rating: "NR"
---

# American Dreamer (2022) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/american-dreamer-2022

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "American Dreamer" (2022).
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Title: American Dreamer
Year: 2022
Genre: Comedy, black comedy, indie comedy
Director: Paul Dektor
Writer: Theodore Melfi
Cast: Peter Dinklage (plays Phil Loder, a twice divorced, frustrated, underpaid economics professor), Shirley MacLaine (plays a lonely, ailing widow)
Basis: Based on a segment from the radio show This American Life (also referred to as Chicago Public Radio's The American Life)
Plot: An entitled/frustrated/underpaid economics professor (Phil Loder) pursues a tactic to buy an ailing widow's mansion for nothing. He realizes his seemingly foolproof strategy will not be as easy as he thought. His dream of home ownership is out of reach.
Release/Festival: Introduced at the 2022 Tribeca Festival. US streaming date/release listed as 03/08/2024.
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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Rakuten TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Paul Dektor
- **Networks / Studios**: Dektor Film Group, Estuary Films, Goldenlight Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Peter Dinklage** as *Phil Loder*
- **Shirley MacLaine** as *Astrid Fanelli*
- **Kimberly Quinn** as *Maggie Pennington*
- **Danny Pudi** as *Craig*
- **Matt Dillon** as *Dell*
- **Danny Glover** as *Jerry*
- **Michelle Mylett** as *Clare Milano*
- **Peter Kelamis** as *Officer Burt*
- **Rebecca Olson** as *Beatrice / Babette*
- **Garry Chalk** as *Nicolai*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch American Dreamer online?
American Dreamer is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is American Dreamer worth watching?
American Dreamer holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 88 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie American Dreamer and when was it released?
American Dreamer is a feature film with a runtime of 106 minutes. It was released in 2022. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed American Dreamer?
American Dreamer was directed by Paul Dektor.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [American Dreamer — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/931461)
- [American Dreamer (2022 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Dreamer_(2022_film))
- [American Dreamer (2022) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13884444/fullcredits/)
- [American Dreamer (2022) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/931461-american-dreamer/cast)
- [American Dreamer Release Date: Peter Dinklage, Shirley MacLaine Top Vertical Pic](https://deadline.com/)
- [American Dreamer (2024) Movie](https://www.moviefone.com/)

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