The American Way
“Truth, justice...”
Synopsis
A group of Vietnam vets disturbs television programs from a B-29 airplane. They want to sabotage Mrs Westinghouse's political campaign who is running for the Senate in support of US military involvement in South America. Mrs Westinghouse orders some nuclear missiles to be launched against the saboteurs, but they manage to avoid the impact and even succeed in exposing a big secret of hers.
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The American Way (1986) Bande annonce française
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-04-02
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Dennis Hopper
Captain
Michael J. Pollard
Tesla
Eugene Lipinski
Ace
James Aubrey
Claude
Mark Caven
Don
William Armstrong
Jerry
Scott Hoxby
Sam
Al Matthews
Ben
Nigel Pegram
Senator Willa Westinghouse
Michael Ho
Mink
Nigel Pegram
Mrs. Westinghouse
Craig Pinder
Irving
Jeff Harding
Doug
Jim Carter
Castro
Ozzy Osbourne
Self
Nancy Lippold
Mary Jane
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 13, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maurice Phillips
- Screenplay & Story
- Scott Roberts
- Original Score
- Simon Webb, Brian Bennett
- Original Title
- The American Way
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Kerrash Limited, Tamburra Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maurice Phillips
Scott Roberts
Simon Webb, Brian Bennett
John Metcalfe
Tony Lawson
Laurie Keller, Paul Cowan
Department Leadership Roster
Scott Roberts
Writer
Tudor George
Costume Design
Evan Hercules
Production Design
Laurie Keller
Producer
John Metcalfe
Director of Photography
Tony Lawson
Editor
Simon Webb
Original Music Composer
Paul Cowan
Producer
Brian Bennett
Original Music Composer
Maurice Phillips
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The American Way
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What is The American Way about?
A group of Vietnam vets disturbs television programs from a B-29 airplane. They want to sabotage Mrs Westinghouse's political campaign who is running for the Senate in support of US military involvement in South America. Mrs Westinghouse orders some nuclear missiles to be launched against the saboteurs, but they manage to avoid the impact and even succeed in exposing a big secret of hers.
Who directed The American Way?
The American Way was directed by Maurice Phillips.
Who stars in The American Way?
The principal cast of The American Way includes Dennis Hopper, Michael J. Pollard, Eugene Lipinski, James Aubrey, Mark Caven.
When was The American Way released and how long is it?
The American Way was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The American Way?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The American Way was composed by Simon Webb, Brian Bennett.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The American Way?
The American Way holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).