Lost in America
David and Linda Howard are successful yuppies from LA. When he gets a job disappointment, David convinces Linda that they should quit their jobs, liquidate their assets, and emulate the movie Easy Rider, spending the rest of their lives traveling around America...in a Winnebago.
Where to watch Lost in America in United States
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Where is Lost in America streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About Lost in America
Lost in America is a 1985 English-language comedy film directed by Albert Brooks. The cast is led by Albert Brooks, Julie Hagerty, Michael Greene. It has a runtime of 1h 31m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Lost in America was produced by Marty Katz Productions and Geffen Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on February 8, 1985, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $4 million, it went on to gross $10 million worldwide.
- Director
- Albert Brooks
- Writers
- Monica Johnson, Albert Brooks
- Release date
- February 8, 1985
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $4 million
- Box office
- $10 million
- Production
- Marty Katz Productions, Geffen Pictures
Lost in America cast & crew
Lost in America was directed by Albert Brooks and written by Monica Johnson and Albert Brooks.
The cast features Albert Brooks as David Howard, Julie Hagerty as Linda Howard, Michael Greene as Paul Dunn, Garry Marshall as Casino Manager, Maggie Roswell as Patty, and Tom Tarpey as Brad Tooley.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Arthur B. Rubinstein, cinematography is by Eric Saarinen, and it was produced by Marty Katz and Herb Nanas.
Is Lost in America worth watching?
Lost in America holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 167 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 31m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, Lost in America is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Lost in America
Lost in America isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Lost in America
Albert Brooks
David Howard
Julie Hagerty
Linda Howard
Michael Greene
Paul Dunn
Garry Marshall
Casino Manager
Maggie Roswell
Patty
Tom Tarpey
Brad Tooley
Ernie Brown
Pharmacist
Joey Coleman
Skippy
Art Frankel
Employment Agent
Donald Gibb
Ex-Convict
Sylvia Farrel
Receptionist
Tina Kincaid
Model
Lost in America — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Lost in America in United States?
Lost in America is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Lost in America in?
Lost in America is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Lost in America?
Lost in America runs 1 hours 31 minutes (91 minutes).
▸What is Lost in America rated?
Lost in America is rated R. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 167 ratings.
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