Nightflyers (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1987, Nightflyers is a horror and science fiction film directed by Robert Collector, running about 89 minutes. “Where they're headed isn't the mystery. What's taking them there is.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A scientific group set out on a journey into space to find a magical creature. What they find is a killer computer on the ship they chartered.
Who’s in it. Nightflyers stars Catherine Mary Stewart as Miranda Dorlac, Michael Praed as Royd Eris, John Standing as Michael D'Brannin and Lisa Blount as Audrey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Nightflyers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nightflyers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nightflyers tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nightflyers (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nightflyers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nightflyers worth watching?
- Nightflyers holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nightflyers?
- Nightflyers stars Catherine Mary Stewart, Michael Praed, John Standing, Lisa Blount and Glenn Withrow.
- When was Nightflyers released?
- Nightflyers was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.