Windows (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1980, Windows is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Gordon Willis, running about 96 minutes. “There is no privacy... there is no safety... the terror will follow you home.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Emily Hollander becomes the subject of a lesbian obsession at the hands of Andrea Glassen, her next-door neighbour.
Who’s in it. Windows stars Talia Shire as Emily Hollander, Elizabeth Ashley as Andrea Glassen, Joe Cortese as Bob Luffrono and Kay Medford as Ida Marx, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Windows has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Windows page.
If you liked it. Fans of Windows tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Windows (1980)?
- In US, Windows is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and MGM+ Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Windows worth watching?
- Windows holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Windows?
- Windows stars Talia Shire, Elizabeth Ashley, Joe Cortese, Kay Medford and Michael Gorrin.
- When was Windows released?
- Windows was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.