The Big Picture

  • American Made is based on the true story of Barry Seal, a commercial pilot turned CIA informant who smuggles drugs and runs guns.
  • Barry Seal's involvement with the CIA begins in 1983 and ends with his death in 1986 at the hands of the Medellín cartel.
  • The film ends with a satirical twist, as the CIA tries to cover up their involvement with Barry by blaming the Iran-Contra affair and continues to use his plane until it is shot down.