The Night Is Long (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1952, The Night Is Long is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Aarne Tarkas, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Åke Strandberg has managed to get a fine education and a good job at the bank, but he wants more. He wants to get rich no matter what. After holidays with his girl Rita, he comes back to Helsinki completely broke and meets up with his buddy Jussi in a bar. For months they embezzle money from the bank, but eventually do realize they have to cover the missing amount by orchestrating and committing a robbery which will then rouse the interest of the police. A hide and seek follows as they try to make their way abroad.
Who’s in it. The Night Is Long stars Jussi Jurkka as Jussi Virta, Mirja Karisto as Rita Sten, Åke Lindman as Åke Strandberg and Kaarlo Halttunen as Laine, Police, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Night Is Long has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Night Is Long page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Night Is Long tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Night Is Long (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Night Is Long change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Night Is Long worth watching?
- The Night Is Long holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Night Is Long?
- The Night Is Long stars Jussi Jurkka, Mirja Karisto, Åke Lindman, Kaarlo Halttunen and Kaisu Leppänen.
- When was The Night Is Long released?
- The Night Is Long was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.