Where to Watch American Son (2019) in the US

What it's about

Frantic with worry, Kendra Ellis-Connor (Kerry Washington) paces the waiting area of a Miami police station. Her 18-year-old son Jamal, a top student about to enter West Point, went out with friends early in the evening and, uncharacteristically, has neither returned nor contacted her. As she waits for her estranged husband Scott (Steven Pasquale), Kendra is interviewed by Officer Paul Larkin (Jeremy Jordan), who assures her that his questions about whether Jamal has priors, a street name, or gold teeth are strictly protocol and not racist. Larkin suddenly discloses new details regarding Jamal's whereabouts when Scott arrives, not initially realizing that this white FBI agent is Jamal's father. As the three hash it out in the otherwise deserted waiting area, urgent questions arise concerning the degree to which race, gender, and class play into police procedure.

Cast and crew

Director

Kenny Leon

Writer

Christopher Demos-Brown

Starring

Kerry Washington, Steven Pasquale, Jeremy Jordan

Details

Release date

Nov 1, 2019

Language

English

Country

United States

Awards

Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. 7 nominations total

Where to Watch American Son (2019) in the US — common questions

Where to watch American Son in the United States?

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Can I stream American Son or do I have to rent it in the United States?

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Can I watch American Son for free in the United States?

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