Somewhere in the Night (1946): cast, story & where to watch

1946 · Film · ★ 6.7

Somewhere in the Night poster

Released in 1946, Somewhere in the Night is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, running about 110 minutes. “Somewhere in his mind!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. George Taylor returns from WWII with amnesia. Back home in Los Angeles, he tries to track down his old identity, stumbling into a 3-year old murder case and a hunt for a missing $2 million.

Who’s in it. Somewhere in the Night stars John Hodiak as George W. Taylor, Nancy Guild as Christy Smith, Lloyd Nolan as Police Lt. Donald Kendall and Richard Conte as Mel Phillips, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Somewhere in the Night 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 Somewhere in the Night page.

If you liked it. Fans of Somewhere in the Night tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Somewhere in the Night (1946)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Somewhere in the Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Somewhere in the Night worth watching?
Somewhere in the Night holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Somewhere in the Night?
Somewhere in the Night stars John Hodiak, Nancy Guild, Lloyd Nolan, Richard Conte and Josephine Hutchinson.
When was Somewhere in the Night released?
Somewhere in the Night was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.