Midnight Lovers (1926): cast, story & where to watch

1926 · Film

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Released in 1926, Midnight Lovers is a comedy, war and romance film directed by John Francis Dillon, running about 70 minutes. “When it was high noon in 'No-Man's Land' - it was midnight in 'Romance-Land'” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. During World War I, a young woman marries a famous flying ace. After the honeymoon, he is called back into service and leaves for the battlefield. Not long afterwards she discovers evidence that her new husband has been cheating on her.

Who’s in it. Midnight Lovers stars Lewis Stone as Maj. William Ridgewell, RFC, Anna Q. Nilsson as Diana Fothergill, John Roche as Owen Ffolliott and Chester Conklin as Moriarity, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Midnight Lovers page.

If you liked it. Fans of Midnight Lovers tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Midnight Lovers (1926)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Midnight Lovers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Midnight Lovers?
Midnight Lovers stars Lewis Stone, Anna Q. Nilsson, John Roche, Chester Conklin and Dale Fuller.
When was Midnight Lovers released?
Midnight Lovers was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.