Where to watch American Psycho for free online

It’s been more than 20 years since American Psycho was released, but the film remains extremely popular. In fact, the main character, Patrick Bateman, is huge on TikTok, so there’s a constant influx of younger viewers looking to see what all the fuss is about. The good news is that it’s never been easier to watch. Take a look below to find out which streaming services are showing American Psycho in your country.

This post will only discuss official sources. Nobody wants to watch a low-resolution stream with foreign subtitles, choppy playback, or a watermark. Luckily, there are a ton of legitimate ways to stream American Psycho online, so we don’t need to rely on shady sites. Depending on where you live, it might even be freely available.

American Psycho is only on region-locked platforms. If you’re traveling abroad, you’ll have to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to watch via your usual streaming services. 

How to stream American Psycho online from abroad

Out of the country without access to your usual streaming services? VPNs enhance your privacy by encrypting your data, preventing it from being read by your ISP, employer, or whoever owns the network you’re using. They also let you spoof your location, helping you regain access to your favorite video platforms while on vacation.

Here’s how to watch American Psycho from anywhere:

1. Start by choosing a reputable VPN provider. We recommend NordVPN but Surfshark and ExpressVPN are both secure, high-speed alternatives that are great for streaming
2. Install the VPN on any device you use for streaming
3. Log in and choose a server in your home country. This will change your IP address to make it seem like you never left and allow you to access services that normally aren’t available in your current location
4. Visit your preferred streaming platform and try playing something. Videos should begin immediately but if not, we’ve always found that clearing your cookies and refreshing the page helps. Still having problems? Send your VPN’s support team a message; all of the providers above offer free 24/7 live chat which makes getting help as easy as possible

How to watch American Psycho for free on UK TV

At the time of writing, American Psycho is available, free of charge, on Channel 4. You can just open up the All4 website or app, create an account, and start watching right away. However, this platform periodically refreshes its content, so this movie might not stick around forever.

Your other option is Lionsgate+. This is a newer service that usually costs £5.99 per month, and comes with a seven-day free trial. You can cancel once you’re done with the movie so that you aren’t charged when the trial is up. Lionsgate Plus is also available as an Amazon Prime Video add-on, so if you’d rather watch on a games console or older Smart TV, that might be the better option.

Both of these services are region-locked, so if you’re outside of the UK, you’ll need a VPN to use them. NordVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, meaning you can  try it risk-free. If you’re not impressed (or just don’t need a VPN afterward), just cancel for a full refund.

Where else can I stream American Psycho online?

Given its cult-classic status, it should come as no surprise that American Psycho is available on several international streaming platforms. Read on to find out which networks are showing this movie where you are:

Canada

There are actually quite a few ways to watch American Psycho in Canada. For most people, the easiest option is to head over to Tubi. This service is completely free to use, and there’s no need to even create an account unless you want to add other titles to your watchlist. There will be ads every now and then, though.

If you’d rather have an uninterrupted viewing experience, you can watch via Netflix or Crave. Ad-free Netflix plans start at $16.49 CAD per month, while Crave’s cost $19.99 monthly. You might be able to sign into Crave using your TV provider, which will let you watch at no added cost.

Tubi, Crave, and Netflix are all geo-restricted. You can regain access while traveling as long as you connect to a Canadian VPN server.

USA

Unfortunately, it’s not possible to stream American Psycho for free in the US. However, it’s not super expensive either. You can rent it on platforms like Apple TV, Prime Video, or Google Play for $3.99 USD. It’s also available on Peacock, though you’ll need a Premium subscription, which costs $5.99 monthly with ads or $11.99 monthly without.

If you’re outside of the US, you can regain access to the American content libraries with the help of a VPN.

Australia

American Psycho is currently available on Stan. This usually costs at least $10 AUD per month but it offers a 30-day free trial. You can watch for free, if you remember to cancel in time. Your other option is Netflix Australia: ad-supported plans cost $6.99 monthly or you can upgrade to ad-free streaming from $16.99 monthly.

Stan is only accessible in Australia and Netflix changes its content based on your location. International travelers can just use an Australian VPN server to regain access anywhere.

When is the American Psycho TV show coming out?

Technically, Lionsgate have been working on an American Psycho TV series since 2013, but the project was assumed to have dropped until April 2021, when the chairman, Kevin Beggs, revealed that it was currently in development. We haven’t heard anything new since then, though with the launch of Lionsgate+ and a comic book adaptation in the works, it seems like the studio is gearing up to reveal some more details in the near future. As ever, we’ll keep you updated with all of the latest info as it’s announced.

Is there an American Psycho sequel?

There is, sort of. American Psycho 2: All American Girl came out in 2002. Despite having a larger budget, it failed to garner the critical acclaim of the original did (right now, it’s sitting at 11 percent on Rotten Tomatoes). A few factors contributed to its failure: it has an almost entirely new cast, was adapted from an unrelated screenplay to profit as much as possible from American Psycho’s success, and undid much of the ambiguity of the first film.

Still, there’s an audience for everything. If you really want to watch American Psycho 2, you’ll find it on the following streaming platforms:

• UK: Amazon Prime Video, rent or own from £2.49
• USA: Peacock Premium ($5.99 monthly) or rent for $3.99 USD via on-demand sites
• Canada: Free with ads on Tubi, rent for $3.99 CAD from Apple TV, Prime Video, etc
• Australia: Included with Stan ($10 AUD per month), rent from $3.99 AUD on Microsoft Store

Who stars in American Psycho?

Christian Bale might be the face of American Psycho but the film actually boasts an all-star cast. Here’s a quick rundown of some of the most recognizable faces in the original movie:

• Christian Bale (The Dark Knight) as Patrick Bateman
• Reese Witherspoon (The Morning Show) as Evelyn
• Jared Leto (Requiem for a Dream) as Paul Allen
• Willem Dafoe (The Lighthouse) as Donald Kimball
• Justin Theroux (The Leftovers) as Timothy Bryce
• Chloë Sevigny (American Horror Story) as Jean
• Matt Ross (Silicon Valley) as Luis
• Samantha Mathis (The Punisher) as Courtney