American Splendor

1h 41m · 2003 · Directed by Shari Springer Berman · 3.8 / 5 on Letterboxd

American Splendor (2003) runs 1h 41m, directed by Shari Springer Berman. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

An original mix of fiction and reality illuminates the life of comic book hero everyman Harvey Pekar.

Genres: Comedy, Drama

Where to watch: HBO Max (US, checked 9 July 2026)