Blackout (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1988, Blackout is a drama and horror film directed by Doug Adams, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. A young girl returns to her hometown in search of her father, gradually her childhood memories returns; a childhood with incest and violence.
Who’s in it. Blackout stars Gail O'Grady as Caroline Boyle, Carol Lynley as Esther Boyle, Michael Keys Hall as Alan Boyle and Joseph Gian as Luke Erikson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Blackout has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blackout page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blackout tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blackout (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blackout change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blackout worth watching?
- Blackout holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blackout?
- Blackout stars Gail O'Grady, Carol Lynley, Michael Keys Hall, Joseph Gian and Deena Freeman.
- When was Blackout released?
- Blackout was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.