From time to time great ensemble casts are built for a silver screen release, and the list of names alone is enough to drag audiences to their theater seats. Recently we have seen strong cast lists assembled in the likes of Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood (Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, and Margot Robbie) and Spotlight (Mark Ruffalo, Michael Keaton, and Rachel McAdams). These films tend to have the feel of a momentous event and often have the budget to back it up. It is difficult for production companies to find the perfect time for such strong casts to all be able to join forces on a project, so when they do, it's always worth seeing. With this in mind, the release of a film like Amsterdam definitely turned a lot of heads.
Amsterdam's cast list is headlined by Margot Robbie (Suicide Squad), Christian Bale (The Dark Knight), and John David Washington (Tenet). These three names alone would be enough star power to pull in most audiences. However, the list of world-famous actors appearing in this film is seemingly endless, with the likes of Anya Taylor-Joy (Last Night in Soho), Robert De Niro (The Irishman), Michael Shannon (Nocturnal Animals), Rami Malek (Bohemian Rhapsody), Chris Rock (Madagascar) and even Taylor Swift joining the project. For many, the cast list for Amsterdam could be the strongest we have seen on screen in a very long time, with the casting department at 20th Century Studios pulling out all the stops when curating this dream team.
While Amsterdam is no longer playing in theaters, there are more than a couple of ways that you can still catch the movie, and that's why we've put together this comprehensive guide that'll help you find out how you can watch Amsterdam.
Is Amsterdam Still in Theaters?
The short answer to that question is no, Amsterdam is no longer playing in movie theaters. The film turned out to be a massive flop for Disney, losing the juggernaut around $100 million. Regardless of the film's box office receipts, you wouldn't be alone in still having some curiosity about the film, especially with its A-list cast.
The film released globally on October 7, 2022. Ahead of the premiere, the movie received exclusive IMAX Live Q&A screenings at seventy theaters across the US on September 27, 2022.
Is Amsterdam Streaming?
Yes, Amsterdam is now available to stream on HBO Max as of December 6, 2022. For those wondering why the film isn't streaming on the Disney-owned Hulu, that's because of a pre-existing deal between 20th Century Studios and HBO. While some recent films from 20th Century Studios debuted simultaneously on both HBO Max and Hulu, Amsterdam is not one of them.
Amsterdam is also available to purchase and rent through all of your preferred platforms.
Amsterdam is also available to purchase on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD as of December 6, 2022.
What Is Amsterdam About?
The plot synopsis we currently have regarding the film does leave a lot to the imagination, however, it is still enough to keep hopes high. Amsterdam follows a set of three friends who become suspects in a murder case after witnessing the crime and, as the narrative unfolds, events begin to unravel before their eyes as they uncover knowledge of a shocking plot. The three friends are a doctor, a nurse, and an attorney and are played by Christian Bale, Margot Robbie, and John David Washington. For more on the plot, there is a trailer for the new film that you can watch below.
Watch the Amsterdam Trailer
The most notable takeaway from the trailer is clearly the ensemble cast, with the last 30 seconds of the trailer dedicated to them. Besides this, the trailer oozes the setting and style of the 1930s, and the cinematography in particular seems crisp and on point. This is no surprise, with the three-time Oscar-winning Emmanuel Lubezki (Gravity, The Revenant) as the cinematographer working on the film. Finally, the script seems witty and light-hearted surrounding what, at times, promises to be quite a dark narrative, which will come as no surprise to those who are familiar with the work of the movie's director, David O. Russell (American Hustle).
More Movies Like Amsterdam That You Can Watch Now
If you enjoyed Amsterdam, here are two other films that you might like:
American Hustle: Starring an ensemble cast that could rival Amsterdam's, American Hustle follows Irving Rosenfeld (Christian Bale), a con-man who enters the world of the mafia whilst working with his partner Sydney Prosser (Amy Adams) and an F.B.I Agent Richie DiMaso (Bradley Cooper). There are many links between this film and Amsterdam, including the narrative's thematic style and the fact that it is also written and directed by David O. Russell. This crime drama was a success both with fans and critically.
Silver Linings Playbook: Another David O. Russell film, Silver Linings Playbook stars Bradley Cooper (A Star is Born) and Jennifer Lawrence (The Hunger Games) as Pat and Tiffany respectively as they meet after Pat has recently moved back in with his parents and is attempting to rekindle his relationship with his ex-wife. Besides the director, the movie has another link to Amsterdam as Robert De Niro also appears in Silver Linings Playbook. Although the plot is vastly different from Amsterdam's, the mood within the plot and the script, in particular, is sure to get anyone in the mood to watch O. Russell's latest project.