Jump to Content

American Sniper Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

The most lethal sniper in US history.

Portrait of Amy Renner Amy Renner

Last modified: Dec. 18, 2015

American Sniper

Release Date: Thursday, December 25, 2014 Limited Friday, January 16, 2015

Director: Clint Eastwood

Starring: Bradley Cooper Luke Grimes Sienna Miller Kyle Gallner Jake McDorman

N/A Action 2 hrs, 12 m

  • 4.3 / 5

62%

38%

Plot

What's the story about?

Plot
U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle is sent to Iraq with only one mission: to protect his brothers-in-arms. His pinpoint accuracy saves countless lives on the battlefield and, as stories of his courageous exploits spread, he earns the nickname “Legend.” However, his reputation is also growing behind enemy lines, putting a price on his head and making him a prime target of insurgents. He is also facing a different kind of battle on the home front: striving to be a good husband and father from halfway around the world.
Cited as official plot version from warnerbros.com
Action Biography Drama War

Snap poll

Will you see American Sniper?

Seen the movie? Rate it!

Top Cast

The lead cast starring in American Sniper.

Crew Behind the Film

The American Sniper behind-the-scenes crew and production team.

The film's director Clint Eastwood last directed Juror No. 2 and Cry Macho. The film's writer Jason Dean Hall last wrote Unstoppable and Spread.

Screenwriter
Producers
Bradley Cooper
Clint Eastwood
Andrew Lazar
Peter Morgan
Steven Spielberg

Production Details

What we know about the American Sniper movie production.

Key Facts

  • Chris Kyle made news earlier in 2013 when he tragically was killed at a shooting range by a fellow vet in February.
  • Based on the 2012 autobiography/book "American Sniper: The Autobiography of the Most Lethal Sniper in U.S. Military History" by Chris Kyle, Scott McEwen and Jim DeFelice.

Production Updates for American Sniper

Completed

Changed American Sniper movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Post-Production

Changed the movie production status to Post-Production. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. A first-quarter 2014 start date is being targeted.

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in "development hell."

Have updates about American Sniper? We'd love to hear from you!

Submit update

Additional Information

Parent Rating
N/A Not available
Runtime
2 hrs, 12 m
Tagline
The most lethal sniper in US history.
Also known as
150 kills made history

Language
English

All Trailers

Watch official American Sniper movie trailers and clips.

Thumbnail for American Sniper
Action
American Sniper

Theatrical Trailer

Thumbnail for American Sniper
Action
American Sniper

Featurette 2

Thumbnail for American Sniper
Action
American Sniper

TV Spot: Now Playing

Thumbnail for American Sniper
Action
Thumbnail for American Sniper
Action
American Sniper

Theatrical Trailer #2

Release Dates

When was the film released?

American Sniper was released in limited movie theaters on Thursday, December 25, 2014. There were 6 other movies released on the same date, including The Interview, Into the Woods and Big Eyes. As a limited release, American Sniper was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.

American Sniper was released across all major streaming and cable platforms on Tuesday, April 21 , 2015. Digital rental or purchase allows you to instantly stream and download to watch anywhere and anytime on your favorite devices.

Movie Theaters

Stream Now

On DVD, Blu-ray / 4K

  • 2015-04-00 DVD
  • 2015-05-19 DVD
  • 2015-06-30 Blu-ray

Buy/Rent on Digital (Ultra HD)



Questions

Ask question

Looking for more information on American Sniper?

Official Page and Social Links

Across the Web

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Follow the Updates

Fri., Dec. 18, 2015

  • Added the US VOD release date of April 21, 2015

  • Added a running time of 132 minutes

New Movie Trailer

We Kill Them All
Official Trailer

Quiver Distribution has unveiled the official trailer for We Kill Them All. Watch it now!

ADVERTISEMENT

More to Explore

Find and discover more on Movie Insider and across the web.

30-Day Free Trial

Watch thousands of movies 24/7 on Amazon Prime.

Go now
Production Listings

Find and discover movies filming now.

Go now