The Clown at Midnight (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1998, The Clown at Midnight is a thriller and horror film directed by Jean Pellerin, running about 91 minutes. “So Many Victims, So Little Time” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Upon the reopening of the opera house where her mother was murdered, a teen and her friends become the targets of a deranged killer dressed in a clown costume.
Who’s in it. The Clown at Midnight stars Christopher Plummer as Mr. Caruthers, Margot Kidder as Ellen Gibby, Sarah Lassez as Kate and James Duval as George, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Clown at Midnight has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV, Cineverse, Midnight Pulp and Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Clown at Midnight page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Clown at Midnight tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Clown at Midnight (1998)?
- In US, The Clown at Midnight is available to stream on YouTube TV, Cineverse and Midnight Pulp. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Clown at Midnight worth watching?
- The Clown at Midnight holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Clown at Midnight?
- The Clown at Midnight stars Christopher Plummer, Margot Kidder, Sarah Lassez, James Duval and Tatyana Ali.
- When was The Clown at Midnight released?
- The Clown at Midnight was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.