American Ultra

- 2015
- US
- 1h 35min
- 15
- Directed by: Nima Nourizadeh
- Cast: Kristen Stewart, Jesse Eisenberg, Uma Thurman
- UK release: 4 September 2015
Mike (Eisenberg) is a West Virginia stoner about to pop the question to girlfriend Phoebe (Stewart) when he's attacked by two men and discovers assassin skills he didn't know he had. Energetic action comedy with a witty and surprisingly sweet screenplay; Stewart and Eisenberg are great.
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American Ultra


Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg front this witty and energetic action-comedy
Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg make for a charming pairing in an anarchic stoner action-comedy that sees true love flourish amidst blazing brutality. Director Nima Nourizadeh (Project X) delivers an energetic second feature, with a winningly witty…
Connie Britton to star in American Ultra

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Connie Britton will replace Sharon Stone in 'American Ultra'. The actress will join Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg in the project which is being helmed by 'Project X' director Nima Nourizadeh, Lionsgate have announced. The film features…
Jesse Eisenberg joined by Bill Pullman and Tony Hale

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Jesse Eisenberg will star alongside Bill Pullman and Tony Hale in 'American Ultra'. The 'Social Network' actor began filming for the action-comedy yesterday (14.04.14) and it's now been revealed that 'Independence Day' star Bill Pullman and 'Arrested…
Uma Thurman to star in American Ultra?

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Uma Thurman is in talks for 'American Ultra'. The 43-year-old actress is in negotiations to join 'Adventureland' co-stars Jesse Eisenberg and Kristen Stewart in the action comedy which will be helmed by 'Project X' director Nima Nourizadeh, reports…
Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg land American Ultra roles

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Kristen Stewart and Jesse Eisenberg are to star in 'American Ultra'. The 'Snow White and the Huntsman' actress and the 'Social Network' actor - who previously starred together in 2009 movie 'Adventureland' - will take the lead roles of a stoner and…
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