

Once Upon a Time in America
“Crime, passion and lust for power.”
A former Prohibition-era Jewish gangster returns to the Lower East Side of Manhattan over thirty years later, where he once again must confront the ghosts and regrets of his old life.
Where to watch Once Upon a Time in America in United States
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Where is Once Upon a Time in America streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | VI movies and tv | — |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Hollywood Suite, Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Stan, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Magenta TV+, Arte | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Molotov TV, TF1+ | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Orange VOD |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, AMC Channels Amazon Channel | Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Amazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Telecine Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store |
| Japan | Disney Plus, U-NEXT | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Once Upon a Time in America
Once Upon a Time in America is a 1984 English-language drama and crime film directed by Sergio Leone. The cast is led by Robert De Niro, James Woods, Elizabeth McGovern. It has a runtime of 3h 49m. Viewers rate it 8.4/10 across 6100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Once Upon a Time in America was produced by Embassy International Pictures, PSO, and The Ladd Company and made in United States of America and Italy. It was released on May 23, 1984, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $30 million, it went on to gross $6 million worldwide.
- Director
- Sergio Leone
- Writers
- Sergio Leone, Franco Arcalli, Leonardo Benvenuti
- Release date
- May 23, 1984
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America, Italy
- Budget
- $30 million
- Box office
- $6 million
- Production
- Embassy International Pictures, PSO, The Ladd Company
Once Upon a Time in America cast & crew
Once Upon a Time in America was directed by Sergio Leone and written by Sergio Leone, Franco Arcalli, and Leonardo Benvenuti.
The cast features Robert De Niro as Noodles, James Woods as Max, Elizabeth McGovern as Deborah, Joe Pesci as Frankie, Burt Young as Joe, and Tuesday Weld as Carol.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Ennio Morricone, cinematography is by Tonino Delli Colli, and it was produced by Claudio Mancini and Arnon Milchan.
Is Once Upon a Time in America worth watching?
Once Upon a Time in America holds an audience score of 8.4/10 from 6,064 ratings, ranking it among the most acclaimed drama films.
At 3h 49m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy drama and crime, Once Upon a Time in America is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Once Upon a Time in America
In United States, you can stream Once Upon a Time in America on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Once Upon a Time in America

Robert De Niro
Noodles

James Woods
Max

Elizabeth McGovern
Deborah

Joe Pesci
Frankie

Burt Young
Joe

Tuesday Weld
Carol

Treat Williams
Jimmy O'Donnell

Danny Aiello
Police Chief Aiello

Richard Bright
Chicken Joe

James Hayden
Patsy

William Forsythe
Cockeye

Darlanne Fluegel
Eve
Once Upon a Time in America — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in America in United States?
Once Upon a Time in America is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States.
▸Is Once Upon a Time in America on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Once Upon a Time in America is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is Once Upon a Time in America in?
Once Upon a Time in America is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, French, Hebrew, Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Once Upon a Time in America?
Once Upon a Time in America runs 3 hours 49 minutes (229 minutes).
▸What is Once Upon a Time in America rated?
Once Upon a Time in America is rated R. It holds a 8.4/10 audience score from 6,064 ratings.











