Amsterdam 2022
“Let the love, murder and conspiracy begin.”
What is Amsterdam?
Amsterdam is a 2022 American film directed, written and produced by David O. Russell. Principal photography was conducted in Los Angeles between January and March 2021.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2022
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 134 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 27, 2022
- Studios
- DreamCrew, Keep Your Head Productions, Corazon Camera
- Genres
- Mystery, Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
Amsterdam is a 2022 American film directed, written and produced by David O. Russell. Principal photography was conducted in Los Angeles between January and March 2021. The picture features an ensemble cast that includes Christian Bale, Margot Robbie, John David Washington, Anya Taylor‑Joy, Taylor Swift, Zoe Saldaña, Rami Malek, Robert De Niro, Alessandro Nivola and Andrea Riseborough. The film was released in the United States on 27 September 2022 and runs for 2 hours 14 minutes. It is classified as a mystery‑comedy‑drama. According to its official synopsis, the story is set in the 1930s and follows three friends—a doctor, a nurse and an attorney—who witness a murder, become suspects themselves, and subsequently uncover one of the most outrageous conspiracies in American history.
Should you watch it?
“Three professionals get tangled in murder and a massive conspiracy in 1930s America.”
- Humorous tone mixed with intrigue
- Rich 1930s period atmosphere
- Ensemble of a doctor, nurse, and attorney
- Complex plot may feel crowded
- Runtime exceeds two hours
Watch it if you enjoy stylish period mysteries that mix laughs with high‑stakes conspiracies.
Features murder, suspense and adult themes, suitable for mature audiences.
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What genre does Amsterdam belong to?
It combines mystery, comedy and drama elements.
When is the story set?
The narrative takes place in the 1930s.
Who are the central characters?
A doctor, a nurse and an attorney who are close friends.
What inciting incident pulls them into the story?
They witness a murder and become suspects themselves.
How long is the film?
The runtime is about two hours and fourteen minutes.