Where to watch The Quiet American (2002)
R101 min★ 6.5Romance, Thriller, Drama, War
Yes — The Quiet American is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, which you get through most public libraries with a library card.
Cynical British journalist Fowler falls in love with a young Vietnamese woman but is dismayed when a naïve U.S. official also begins vying for her attention. In retaliation, Fowler informs the communists that the American is selling arms to their enemy.
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The Quiet American — common questions
- Can I watch The Quiet American for free?
- Yes. The Quiet American is streaming at no cost on Kanopy, Hoopla. These are licensed services — free because they run ads or are funded by public libraries, not because they are pirating anything.
- Is The Quiet American on Netflix?
- No. The Quiet American is not on Netflix here. The services that do carry it are listed above.
- How do I watch The Quiet American without paying anything?
- Through a library. Kanopy is free to use but signs you in with a library or university card, so you will need one — most public library systems in the US and UK include it at no charge.
- How long is The Quiet American?
- The Quiet American runs 101 minutes, rated R.
