If the Sun Never Returns (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1987, If the Sun Never Returns is a comedy, thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Claude Goretta, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. The residents of a remote Swiss mountain village come to believe an ancient oracle in this drama taken from the novel by Charles Ferdinand Ramuz. With news of the Spanish Civil War on the radio, the people begin to believe the sun will not return and the world will be forever darkened.
Who’s in it. If the Sun Never Returns stars Charles Vanel as Anzevui, Philippe Léotard as Arlettaz, Raoul Billerey and Catherine Mouchet as Isabelle Antide, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, If the Sun Never Returns 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 If the Sun Never Returns page.
If you liked it. Fans of If the Sun Never Returns tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch If the Sun Never Returns (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for If the Sun Never Returns change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is If the Sun Never Returns worth watching?
- If the Sun Never Returns holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in If the Sun Never Returns?
- If the Sun Never Returns stars Charles Vanel, Philippe Léotard, Raoul Billerey, Catherine Mouchet and Anne Kreis.
- When was If the Sun Never Returns released?
- If the Sun Never Returns was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.