The Night Heaven Fell (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1958, The Night Heaven Fell is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Roger Vadim, running about 91 minutes. “The Hottest Exposure Since Man Created Film!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ursula finishes her studies and returns to her aunt Florentine and uncle, Ribera who is the count. She falls in love with Lambert, the killer of her uncle.
Who’s in it. The Night Heaven Fell stars Brigitte Bardot as Ursula Desfontaines, Alida Valli as Aunt Florentine, Stephen Boyd as Lambert and José Nieto as Count Miguel de Ribera, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Night Heaven Fell has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Night Heaven Fell page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Night Heaven Fell tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Night Heaven Fell (1958)?
- In US, The Night Heaven Fell is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Night Heaven Fell worth watching?
- The Night Heaven Fell holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Night Heaven Fell?
- The Night Heaven Fell stars Brigitte Bardot, Alida Valli, Stephen Boyd, José Nieto and Fernando Rey.
- When was The Night Heaven Fell released?
- The Night Heaven Fell was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.