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2008•93 min•Drama

An American Affair

Is An American Affair a Hit or Flop?

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Is An American Affair worth watching? With a rating of 5.9/10, this Drama film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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An American Affair Synopsis

In the early 1960s, teenager Adam Stafford (Cameron Bright) becomes obsessed with his new neighbor, Catherine Caswell (Gretchen Mol), a divorcée and free spirit. Stafford spies on Caswell as she meets with strange men, and, despite the warnings of his conservative parents, he begins working for her as a gardener. Amid rumors of her affair with President Kennedy, the two become close, but political intrigue surrounding her acquaintances soon infringes on their friendship.

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Top Cast

Gretchen Mol
Gretchen MolCatherine Caswell
James Rebhorn
James RebhornLucian Carver
Cameron Bright
Cameron BrightAdam Stafford
Noah Wyle
Noah WyleMike Stafford
Mark Pellegrino
Mark PellegrinoGraham Caswell
Perrey Reeves
Perrey ReevesAdrienne Stafford
Jimmy Bellinger
Jimmy BellingerJimmy
Jermaine Crawford
Jermaine CrawfordAndre
Jack Ruby
Jack RubySelf (archive footage)
Austin Majors
Austin MajorsAdditional voice

Frequently Asked Questions

Is An American Affair worth watching?

An American Affair has received mixed reviews with a 5.9/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama movies.

Is An American Affair hit or flop?

An American Affair has received average ratings (5.9/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is An American Affair?

An American Affair is a Drama movie that In the early 1960s, teenager Adam Stafford (Cameron Bright) becomes obsessed with his new neighbor, Catherine Caswell (Gretchen Mol), a divorcée and f...

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