The Big Night (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1951, The Big Night is a thriller and drama film directed by Joseph Losey, running about 75 minutes. “Love! Hate! Murder!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young man zigzags through the sordid vortex of downtown Los Angeles while seeking vengeance on the man that beat his father.
Who’s in it. The Big Night stars John Drew Barrymore as George La Main (as John Barrymore Jr.), Preston Foster as Andy La Main, Joan Lorring as Marion Rostina and Howard St. John as Al Judge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Big Night has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and ScreenPix Amazon Channel . See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Night tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Night (1951)?
- In US, The Big Night is available to stream on YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and ScreenPix Amazon Channel . Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Big Night worth watching?
- The Big Night holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Night?
- The Big Night stars John Drew Barrymore, Preston Foster, Joan Lorring, Howard St. John and Dorothy Comingore.