Alone in the Dark (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1978, Alone in the Dark is a drama film directed by José Luis Garci, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Jose, a journalist and radio broadcaster, runs a daily program under the title 'Alone in the wee hours' ('Solos en la madrugada'), which has garnered a huge national audience as a satirical chronicle of Spanish society in the democratic transition of the late 1970s. Married and separated from Elena, Jose has two children, whom he only sees from time to time. Then he meets Maite, younger than him, outgoing and more open-minded than he wants. The emotional shock caused by his relationship with these two women will change his pessimistic view of life.
Who’s in it. Alone in the Dark stars José Sacristán as José Miguel García Carande, Fiorella Faltoyano as Elena Gutiérrez del Castillo, Emma Cohen as Mayte Villalba and María Casanova as Lola González, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Alone in the Dark 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 Alone in the Dark page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alone in the Dark tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alone in the Dark (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alone in the Dark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alone in the Dark worth watching?
- Alone in the Dark holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Alone in the Dark?
- Alone in the Dark stars José Sacristán, Fiorella Faltoyano, Emma Cohen, María Casanova and Claudio Rodríguez.
- When was Alone in the Dark released?
- Alone in the Dark was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.