American Psycho

2000, Comedy/Horror, 1h 43m

150 Reviews 250,000+ Ratings

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If it falls short of the deadly satire of Bret Easton Ellis's novel, American Psycho still finds its own blend of horror and humor, thanks in part to a fittingly creepy performance by Christian Bale. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

In New York City in 1987, a handsome, young urban professional, Patrick Bateman (Christian Bale), lives a second life as a gruesome serial killer by night. The cast is filled by the detective (Willem Dafoe), the fiance (Reese Witherspoon), the mistress (Samantha Mathis), the coworker (Jared Leto), and the secretary (Chloë Sevigny). This is a biting, wry comedy examining the elements that make a man a monster.

Cast & Crew

Christian Bale
Patrick Bateman
Willem Dafoe
Donald Kimball
Jared Leto
Paul Allen
Reese Witherspoon
Evelyn Williams
Samantha Mathis
Courtney Rawlinson
Chloë Sevigny
Jean
Justin Theroux
Timothy Bryce
Josh Lucas
Craig McDermott
Guinevere Turner
Elizabeth
Matt Ross
Luis Carruthers
Bill Sage
David Van Patten
Cara Seymour
Christie
Mary Harron
Director
Bret Easton Ellis
Writer
Mary Harron
Screenwriter
Guinevere Turner
Screenwriter
Ernie Barbarash
Co-Producer
Alessandro Camon
Co-Producer
Joseph Drake
Co-Producer
Christian Halsey Solomon
Producer
Chris Hanley
Producer
Victoria Hirst
Line Producer
Michael Paseornek
Executive Producer
Edward R. Pressman
Producer
Jeff Sackman
Executive Producer
Clifford Streit
Co-Producer
Rob Weiss
Co-Producer
Andrzej Sekula
Cinematography
John Cale
Original Music
Andrew Marcus
Film Editing
Kerry Barden
Casting
Billy Hopkins
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Audience Reviews for American Psycho

  • Apr 24, 2017
    Put on a show, Christian.
    Spencer M Super Reviewer
  • Mar 11, 2016
    Bale delivers one of his most complex roles to date in this cult classic, which keeps things interesting through its crisp dialogue and "is it really happening or not?" approach.
    Ben B Super Reviewer
  • Feb 06, 2016
    A surprisingly influential film. American Psycho gives us a dark, funny and amazing performance by Christian Bale, smart writing, plot and great performances all around. American Psycho is a dark comedy keep in mind.... don't go into it expecting it to be full comedy, there will be some scenes that will disturb you and haunt you for life and it is glorious! One of my favourites, spread the love of this film all around, tell your friends, family (probably not a good idea...) and loved ones they'll get a kick out of this flick. Two thumbs up!
    Mr N Super Reviewer
  • Dec 06, 2015
    "American Psycho" is a great thriller film of 2000. "American Psycho" has strong acting from "Christain Bale" and "Willem Dafoe". "American Psycho" has a good plot to it, some scenes are pointless, but only some. The music in this film fits in great with the scenes to show how "Patrick Bateman" is thinking/feeling. The murders/special effects are great. I recommend you "American Psycho" if you enjoy thrillers/dark movies. I give "American Psycho" a 7/10.
    Steve G Super Reviewer
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