---
title: "American Skin"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/american-skin-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 621476
imdb_id: "tt10195452"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 106
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# American Skin (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/american-skin-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

American Skin is a 2019 American drama film written and directed by Nate Parker. The film features a cast including Nate Parker, Omari Hardwick, Theo Rossi, Shane Paul McGhie, Milauna Jackson, and Beau Knapp. The story follows a Marine veteran named Linc Jefferson who works as a school janitor to provide his son with a private school education. The narrative explores his efforts to mend his relationship with his son following a divorce. The plot centers on a miscarriage of justice that occurs after his son is killed by a police officer. When the officer is found innocent without standing trial, the protagonist takes matters into his own hands. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes, premiered in the United States on January 15, 2021. It is categorized within the crime and drama genres. The production was featured at the Venice film festival in 2019. The film examines the actions of a father driven to a breaking point by his circumstances.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Philo, ALLBLK Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, ALLBLK Amazon channel | Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Apple TV Store |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, ALLWAYSBLK Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Nate Parker
- **Networks / Studios**: Tiny Giant Entertainment, TM Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Omari Hardwick** as *Omar 'Derwood' Scott*
- **Theo Rossi** as *Officer Dominic Reyes*
- **Beau Knapp** as *Officer Mike Randall*
- **Larry Sullivan** as *Clay Dwyer*
- **Nate Parker** as *Lincoln 'Linc' Jefferson*
- **Shane Paul McGhie** as *Jordin King*
- **Milauna Jackson** as *Tayana Jefferson*
- **Brighton Sharbino** as *Megan*
- **Nicole Randall Johnson** as *Tammi*
- **Karibel Rodriguez** as *Officer Costa*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is American Skin worth watching?
American Skin holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 106 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie American Skin and when was it released?
American Skin is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2019. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed American Skin?
American Skin was directed by Nate Parker.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [American Skin — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/621476)
- [American Skin (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Skin_(film))
- [American Skin (2019) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10195452/fullcredits/)
- [American Skin (2019) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/621476-american-skin/cast)
- [American Skin review: Nate Parker is noble victim in compromised comeback | Venice film festival 2019](https://www.theguardian.com/international)
- [Skin (2018 feature film)](https://www.wikiwand.com/)

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