The Longest Night (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1936, The Longest Night is a mystery and romance film directed by Errol Taggart, running about 51 minutes. “LAUGH AS YOU THRILL!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Love with a clerk and a robbery by gangsters preoccupy a department store's new owner.
Who’s in it. The Longest Night stars Robert Young as Charley Phelps, Florence Rice as Joan Sutton, Ted Healy as Police Sergeant Magee and Julie Haydon as Eve Sutton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Longest Night 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 The Longest Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Longest Night tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Longest Night (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Longest Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Longest Night worth watching?
- The Longest Night holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Longest Night?
- The Longest Night stars Robert Young, Florence Rice, Ted Healy, Julie Haydon and Catherine Doucet.
- When was The Longest Night released?
- The Longest Night was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 51 minutes.