American Buffalo
“They had a plan. It wasn't worth a nickel.”
Synopsis
Three inner-city losers plan a robbery of a valuable coin in a seedy second-hand junk shop.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
American Buffalo Official Trailer #1 - Dustin Hoffman Movie (1996) HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 13, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$665K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Corrente
- Screenplay & Story
- David Mamet
- Original Score
- Thomas Newman
- Original Title
- American Buffalo
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Worldwide Gross
- $665K
- Production Studios
- Capitol Films, Prairie Oyster Productions, Punch Productions, The Samuel Goldwyn Company, Film4 Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Corrente
David Mamet
Thomas Newman
Richard Crudo
Kate Sanford
Gregory Mosher, John Sloss
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Corrente
Director
David Mamet
Screenplay
Thomas Newman
Original Music Composer
Gregory Mosher
Producer
Richard Crudo
Director of Photography
Kate Sanford
Editor
Daniel Talpers
Production Design
Deborah Newhall
Costume Design
Jalil Jay Lynch
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Buffalo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is American Buffalo about?
Three inner-city losers plan a robbery of a valuable coin in a seedy second-hand junk shop.
Who directed American Buffalo?
American Buffalo was directed by Michael Corrente.
Who stars in American Buffalo?
The principal cast of American Buffalo includes Dustin Hoffman, Dennis Franz, Sean Nelson.
When was American Buffalo released and how long is it?
American Buffalo was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
How much did American Buffalo make at the box office?
American Buffalo grossed $665K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for American Buffalo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for American Buffalo was composed by Thomas Newman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Buffalo?
American Buffalo holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).