BelAmi has announced the return of its "An American in Prague" franchise with a new feature, "Rhyheim Is An American in Prague," starring two-time GayVN Performer of the Year Rhyheim Shabazz. The studio will also stream the original 1997 film, remastered in HD, starting November 10.

Franchise Revival with Rhyheim Shabazz

BelAmi announced on Thursday, November 5, 2026, the return of its "An American in Prague" franchise. The new feature, "Rhyheim Is An American in Prague," stars Rhyheim Shabazz, a two-time GayVN Performer of the Year. The production was filmed on location in Prague, Czech Republic, BelAmi's hometown. The new feature is described as bringing a fresh face, a new adventure, and a new chapter to the franchise.

The new production is set to premiere on November 19, 2026, exclusively at BelAmiOnline. It promises romance, adventure, steamy encounters, and Central European scenery. The film's narrative follows Rhyheim Shabazz, who, while relaxing in Brazil and scrolling online, discovers 'BelAmi Tours.' He then travels from Brazil to Prague. Upon his arrival, Rhyheim is greeted by his tour guide, BelAmi's Hugo Carter. The journey takes Rhyheim through Prague's streets, where he experiences unexpected encounters and meets a succession of BelAmi models.

BelAmi's CEO Stuart stated that Rhyheim "shines in this project," highlighting his charisma, natural charm, and performance ability. Stuart also expressed excitement about bringing the production to members globally and noted that Rhyheim is an ideal choice to bring back the "An American in Prague" franchise.

The film is directed by Lukas Ridgeston and Marty Stevens. In addition to Rhyheim Shabazz and Hugo Carter, the cast includes BelAmi models Ethan O’Pry, Ozzy Levitt, Romeo Cassini, Lachlan Loomer, and Simeon Krayev.

The Legacy of "An American in Prague"

The original "An American in Prague," released in 1997, is widely regarded as one of the best-selling gay adult video releases of all time and is a defining production in BelAmi's history. The 1997 film centers on Chance, an American visitor who arrives at Prague airport and meets Johan Paulik. The film then follows a series of interconnected encounters and city tours, set against the backdrop of Prague's architecture and romanticism. Chance discovers Prague and BelAmi alongside Johan and a cast of BelAmi models.

The critical and commercial success of the original film led to multiple remakes. In 2013, BelAmi revisited the franchise with model Mick Lovell, which became an international bestseller. In 2018, "Blake Mitchell Is An American in Prague," starring Blake Mitchell, was released. This multi-award-winning remake is credited with reigniting worldwide enthusiasm for the series.

Remastered Original and Streaming Event

To mark the return of the franchise with "Rhyheim Is An American in Prague," BelAmi is making the original 1997 film available to stream for the first time ever for members of BelAmiOnline.com. The original "An American in Prague" has been remastered in HD, offering a new level of visual clarity for both long-time fans and new viewers.

The remastered original will be released as a six-part streaming event. The first episode is scheduled to premiere on Tuesday, November 10, with a new episode following each week for five subsequent weeks. This streaming event will run in conjunction with the launch of "Rhyheim Is An American in Prague," creating an online event that connects nearly three decades of BelAmi's history.

Key Facts

  • BelAmi announced the return of its "An American in Prague" franchise on November 5, 2026.
  • The new feature, "Rhyheim Is An American in Prague," stars two-time GayVN Performer of the Year Rhyheim Shabazz.
  • The new production premieres on November 19, 2026, exclusively at BelAmiOnline.
  • The original 1997 film, "An American in Prague," will be streamed for the first time in HD, starting November 10.
  • The remastered original will be released as a six-part streaming event, with new episodes weekly.
  • The new film was directed by Lukas Ridgeston and Marty Stevens and features Hugo Carter, Ethan O’Pry, Ozzy Levitt, Romeo Cassini, Lachlan Loomer, and Simeon Krayev.