Dead the Long Night (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1979, Dead the Long Night is a drama and history film directed by Mohamed Slimane Riad, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Composed of archive images narrated by the writer, anthropologist and linguist Mouloud Mammeri, the film offers a reflection on the anti-colonialist and anti-imperialist struggle movements of the 1970s around the world.
Who’s in it. Dead the Long Night stars Mouloud Mammeri as (Self) Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Dead the Long Night sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dead the Long Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dead the Long Night tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dead the Long Night (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead the Long Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dead the Long Night worth watching?
- Dead the Long Night holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Dead the Long Night?
- Dead the Long Night stars Mouloud Mammeri.
- When was Dead the Long Night released?
- Dead the Long Night was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.