The Allnighter (1987): cast, story & where to watch

1987 · Film · ★ 5.2

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Released in 1987, The Allnighter is a comedy and romance film directed by Tamar Simon Hoffs, running about 108 minutes. “Who says you can't do it all in one night?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Molly, Val and Gina are graduating college, but on their final night, frustrations are aired. Molly is still looking for real love and Val is beginning to doubt if that is what she has found. Gina is too busy videotaping everything to really notice. When the final party at Pacifica College kicks off, things do not go exactly as planned.

Who’s in it. The Allnighter stars Susanna Hoffs as Molly Morrison, Joan Cusack as Gina, Dedee Pfeiffer as Val and Pam Grier as Sgt. McLeesh, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Allnighter has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Allnighter (1987)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Allnighter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Allnighter worth watching?
The Allnighter holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Allnighter?
The Allnighter stars Susanna Hoffs, Joan Cusack, Dedee Pfeiffer, Pam Grier and John Terlesky.
When was The Allnighter released?
The Allnighter was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.