Nightfall (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 1
Released in 1981, Nightfall is a drama film directed by Beate Klöckner, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Annie is a cashier in a Munich Cinema Center. Her everyday life is the complete opposite of the exciting screen adventures she sells at the box office, so she fantasizes about the movies during the day. At night, she also begins to stage her own adventure in real life.
Who’s in it. Nightfall stars Gordon Mitchell, Barbara Rudnik as Annie and Veronika von Quast as Monika.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.0/10, Nightfall has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nightfall page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nightfall tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nightfall (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nightfall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nightfall worth watching?
- Nightfall holds an audience score of 1.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nightfall?
- Nightfall stars Gordon Mitchell, Barbara Rudnik and Veronika von Quast.
- When was Nightfall released?
- Nightfall was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.