Exterior Night (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1980, Exterior Night is a comedy and drama film directed by Jacques Bral, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Hoping to make a fresh start, Léo, a jazz musician, takes up temporary residence with his friend Bony, a young writer who is struggling to get his work published. One evening, Léo strikes up an acquaintance with a woman taxi driver, Cora; in spite of her impulsive and moody temperament, he cannot help being attracted to her. On the spur of the moment, Cora invites Léo to make love to her. When Bony meets Cora, he too finds her irresistible, but he lacks Léo’s self-confidence to make his move. Cora is not a woman that any man can possess readily. She is like a wild animal, a creature that revels in its freedom. Will either Léo or Bony be able to tame her...?
Who’s in it. Exterior Night stars Christine Boisson as Cora, André Dussollier as Bony, Gérard Lanvin as Léo and Jean-Pierre Sentier as Charles, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Exterior Night has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Exterior Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Exterior Night tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Exterior Night (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Exterior Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Exterior Night worth watching?
- Exterior Night holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Exterior Night?
- Exterior Night stars Christine Boisson, André Dussollier, Gérard Lanvin, Jean-Pierre Sentier and Marie Keime.
- When was Exterior Night released?
- Exterior Night was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.