American Me (1992): movie guide

What is American Me about?

During his 18 years in Folsom Prison, street-gang leader Santana rules over all the drug-and-murder activities behind bars. Upon his release, Santana goes back to his old neighborhood, intending to lead a peaceful, crime-free life. But his old gang buddies force him back into his old habits.

Cast highlights

American Me features Edward James Olmos, William Forsythe, Pepe Serna, Panchito Gómez, Steve Wilcox, Danny De La Paz. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.

Key facts

Release date: 1992-03-13. Runtime: 125 minutes. TMDB score: 7.5/10 (426 votes). Genres: Crime, Drama. Original language: en. Status: Released.

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Frequently asked questions

What genre is American Me?

American Me is listed as Crime, Drama on TMDB.

How long is American Me?

American Me runs about 125 minutes.

Who stars in American Me?

Cast highlights include Edward James Olmos, William Forsythe, Pepe Serna, Panchito Gómez, Steve Wilcox, Danny De La Paz.

Does Cinema Box stream American Me?

No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.

Where can I track American Me?

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