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2015 American crime drama television series
American Crime
Released | 5 March 2015 |
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Ended | 20 April 2017 |
Director | John Ridley, Millicent Shelton, Gregg Araki, So Yong Kim, Victoria Mahoney, Steph Green, Tanya Hamilton, Joshua Marston, Hanelle Culpepper, Nicole Kassell, Sam Miller, Rachel Morrison, Jessica Yu, Clement Virgo, Kimberly Peirce and James Kent |
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Duration | 43 minutes |
Genre | crime film and LGBTI+ related TV series |
Composer | Mark Isham |
Production company | ABC Studios |
Country of origin | United States of America |
Screenwriter | John Ridley |
Producer | John Ridley |
Number of episodes | 29 |
Number of seasons | 3 |
About American Crime
American Crime, the critically acclaimed television show created by John Ridley, premiered in 2015 and quickly became a standout in the crowded landscape of crime dramas. The show's first season tackled issues of race, class, and justice in America, following the aftermath of a brutal home invasion in Modesto, California. The ensemble cast, including Felicity Huffman, Timothy Hutton, and Regina King, delivered powerful performances that earned them multiple Emmy nominations.
Ridley's writing was praised for its nuanced exploration of complex social issues, as well as its refusal to offer easy answers or tidy resolutions. The show's second season shifted its focus to a different crime and a new set of characters, but continued to delve into themes of inequality and systemic injustice. The addition of actors like Andre Benjamin and Lili Taylor added even more depth to the already impressive ensemble.
American Crime was not always an easy show to watch, but it was always thought-provoking and emotionally resonant. It tackled difficult topics with sensitivity and intelligence, and refused to shy away from uncomfortable truths. It was a show that demanded your attention and rewarded it with some of the most powerful storytelling on television.
Despite its critical acclaim, American Crime struggled in the ratings and was ultimately cancelled after three seasons. But its impact on the television landscape will be felt for years to come. It was a show that challenged viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about our society, and it did so with grace, intelligence, and a deep sense of empathy.
References:
- "American Crime: Season 1" review by Brian Lowry, Variety
- "American Crime: Season 2" review by Maureen Ryan, Variety
- "American Crime: The Most Ambitious Show on TV" by Scott Tobias, The Guardian
- "American Crime: The Best Show You're Not Watching" by Jen Chaney, Vulture
Main cast and crew
Cast and crew listed below. See if you can find out who is who from the stats below.

Felicity Huffman
American actress

Regina King
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Sandra Oh
Canadian-American actress

Lili Taylor
American actress

Cherry Jones
American actress

Penelope Ann Miller
American actress

Hope Davis
American actress

Gwendoline Yeo
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Timothy Hutton
American actor and director

Stephanie Sigman
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Emily Bergl
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Janel Moloney
American actress

Jennifer Lafleur
American actress

Ana Mulvoy Ten
actress

Nina Siemaszko
American actress

Caitlin Gerard
American actress

Emily Warfield
American actress

Faran Tahir
American actor

Connor Jessup
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W. Earl Brown
American actor

Jason Douglas
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Marshall R. Teague
American actor

Lily Knight
American actress

Benito Martinez
American actor

Tim DeKay
American actor and director

Dallas Roberts
American actor

Jesse Borrego
American actor

Brent Sexton
American actor

David Hoflin
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Joey Pollari
American actor

Elvis Nolasco
American actor

Christopher Stanley
American actor
Other cast and crew
Supporting cast and crew listed below. See if you can find out who is who from the stats below.

Gideon Adlon
American actress

John Ridley
American writer and director

Scott Takeda
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Taylor John Smith
American actor

Gregg Araki
American film director

Sean Blakemore
American actor

Lombardo Boyar
American actor

Colby French
American actor

John Krokidas
Film director, screenwriter, producer
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