Midnight (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1998, Midnight is a drama film directed by Daniela Thomas, running about 75 minutes. “If there is one day to decide something in life, this day is today.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On December 31st 1999, destiny brings a fugitive prisoner and a depressed middle class teacher together, as the new millennium approaches bringing hope to everyone.
Who’s in it. Midnight stars Luiz Carlos Vasconcelos as João, Fernanda Torres as Maria, Matheus Nachtergaele as Francisco and Nelson Sargento as Vovô, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Midnight has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Midnight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Midnight tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Midnight (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Midnight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Midnight worth watching?
- Midnight holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Midnight?
- Midnight stars Luiz Carlos Vasconcelos, Fernanda Torres, Matheus Nachtergaele, Nelson Sargento and Tonico Pereira.
- When was Midnight released?
- Midnight was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.