American Me Cast Guide and Where to Watch
A TMDB-backed guide to American Me, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.

Here's the full cast of American Me (1992) — who plays who — plus where to watch and the essential facts about this movie. In prison they are the law. On the streets they are the power.
Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Cast
Edward James Olmos as Montoya Santana; William Forsythe as J.D.; Pepe Serna as Mundo; Panchito Gómez as Young Montoya Santana; Steve Wilcox as Young J.D.; Danny De La Paz as Puppet; Sal Lopez as Pedro Santana; Dyana Ortelli as Yolanda
About American Me
During his 18 years in Folsom Prison, street-gang leader Santana rules over all the drug-and-murder activities behind bars. Upon his release, Santana goes back to his old neighborhood, intending to lead a peaceful, crime-free life. But his old gang buddies force him back into his old habits.
More like American Me
- Bound by Honor
- Colors
- Boyz n the Hood
- Menace II Society
- Belly
- South Central
- Bad Boys
- Made in Britain
Figures and availability come from public TMDB data and are provided as a sourced reference.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch American Me?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of American Me?
Edward James Olmos as Montoya Santana; William Forsythe as J.D.; Pepe Serna as Mundo; Panchito Gómez as Young Montoya Santana; Steve Wilcox as Young J.D.; Danny De La Paz as Puppet; Sal Lopez as Pedro Santana; Dyana Ortelli as Yolanda
Is this American Me guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.



