Just Before Nightfall (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1971, Just Before Nightfall is a drama and crime film directed by Claude Chabrol, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A married man who killed the wife of his best friend during a tryst feels compelled to turn himself in.
Who’s in it. Just Before Nightfall stars Stéphane Audran as Hélène Masson, Michel Bouquet as Charles Masson, François Périer as François Tellier and Henri Attal as Cavanna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Just Before Nightfall 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 Just Before Nightfall page.
If you liked it. Fans of Just Before Nightfall tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Just Before Nightfall (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Just Before Nightfall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Just Before Nightfall worth watching?
- Just Before Nightfall holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Just Before Nightfall?
- Just Before Nightfall stars Stéphane Audran, Michel Bouquet, François Périer, Henri Attal and Jean Carmet.
- When was Just Before Nightfall released?
- Just Before Nightfall was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.