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Night Games (1980): cast, story & where to watch

1980 · Film · ★ 3.5

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Released in 1980, Night Games is a drama film directed by Roger Vadim, running about 100 minutes. “After Bardot, Deneuve and Fonda, Roger Vadim unveils Cindy Pickett - a new kind of star to play a new kind of woman... the woman of the 80's” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A Californian housewife is terrified of having sex because of a past assault. When this phobia threatens to destroy her marriage, she takes refuge in a series of erotic fantasies about a masked man. But is it really all just a fantasy?

Who’s in it. Night Games stars Cindy Pickett as Valerie St. John, Barry Primus as Jason St. John, Joanna Cassidy as Julie Miller and Paul Jenkins as Sean Daniels, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Night Games has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Night Games tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Night Games (1980)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Night Games change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Night Games worth watching?
Night Games holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Night Games?
Night Games stars Cindy Pickett, Barry Primus, Joanna Cassidy, Paul Jenkins and Gene Davis.
When was Night Games released?
Night Games was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.