Americana, the action-packed modern Western starring Sydney Sweeney, is set for digital streaming release this September after its recent theatrical debut. Below, find a comprehensive guide on what the film is about, how and when to watch it online, streaming expectations, and additional details about its cast, reception, and home entertainment options.
What is Americana About?
Americana, written and directed by Tony Tost, is a crime thriller that follows a set of intertwined characters fighting over a rare Native American artifact—a Lakota ghost shirt—on the black market in South Dakota. The story centers on Penny Jo Poplin (Sydney Sweeney), a shy waitress with big dreams, who partners with a war veteran, Lefty Ledbetter (Paul Walter Hauser), to retrieve the artifact. Their quest puts them on a violent collision course with a ruthless criminal (Eric Dane), a Western antiquities dealer (Simon Rex), and other colorful players including an indigenous community leader (Zahn McClarnon) and a mysterious woman with a hidden past (Halsey).
Where to Watch Americana Online?
Americana will be available to buy or rent on digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, iTunes, Vudu, and Google Play starting September 16, 2025. Early pre-orders have already appeared on some services—Prime Video lists Americana for purchase at $14.99, with rental prices usually about $5 less ($9.99 for a 48-hour window). Lionsgate has not yet officially confirmed this date, but multiple outlets have reported it as the reliable target for digital VOD release.
When and Where Will Americana Stream?
As with other Lionsgate releases, Americana is expected to arrive on premium video on demand (PVOD) within about a month after its theatrical bow. While there’s no confirmed streaming date for services like Starz or Peacock, history shows that Lionsgate films tend to show up on Starz about four months after digital release, placing a likely streaming debut between late December 2025 and early January 2026.
Box Office and Critical Reception
Americana premiered at South by Southwest in March 2023 to generally positive reviews, with particular praise for its contemporary Western crime aesthetic, engaging performances, and tightly-woven story. Theaters in the U.S. began showing the film on August 15, 2025, with ongoing box office results and fresh audience scores rolling in.
Home Entertainment Release
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Digital HD / PVOD: September 16, 2025 (Amazon, iTunes, Vudu, etc.)
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DVD/Blu-ray: Set for release October 28, 2025; pre-orders available here
Why Watch Americana?
Anyone drawn to Westerns, ensemble thrillers, or stories about shifting alliances and high-stakes treasure hunts will find Americana an exciting, modern riff on classic genres. With a diverse cast led by Sydney Sweeney and Tony Tost’s sharp direction, viewers can expect suspense, drama, and vividly drawn characters in the hunt for a priceless piece of American history.
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