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Light Sleeper

1992·Movie·R·103 min·6.7(214)

He was a good man in a deadly business. She was his only way out.

John LeTour is a recovering drug user who suffers insomnia and still deals to a high-end New York clientele, even though he’s trying to move on from the business. John’s professional midlife crisis becomes something more acute — and dangerous — when he re-encounters an old flame while a string of seemingly drug-related murders rocks the city.

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Where to watch Light Sleeper in United States

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Where is Light Sleeper streaming around the world?

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United StatesAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomStudiocanal Presents Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaAmazon Video
GermanyFilmtastic Amazon Channel, Filmtastic, CineMix+ Amazon ChannelRakuten TV
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
BrazilLooke, NetMovies

About Light Sleeper

Light Sleeper is a 1992 English-language drama and crime film directed by Paul Schrader. The cast is led by Willem Dafoe, Susan Sarandon, Dana Delany. It has a runtime of 1h 43m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, BFI Player Amazon Channel.

Light Sleeper was produced by Carolco Pictures, Seven Arts Pictures, and Grain of Sand Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on August 21, 1992, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $5 million, it went on to gross $1 million worldwide.

Director
Paul Schrader
Writers
Paul Schrader
Release date
August 21, 1992
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$5 million
Box office
$1 million
Production
Carolco Pictures, Seven Arts Pictures, Grain of Sand Productions
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Light Sleeper cast & crew

Light Sleeper was directed by Paul Schrader and written by Paul Schrader.

The cast features Willem Dafoe as John LeTour, Susan Sarandon as Ann, Dana Delany as Marianne Jost, David Clennon as Robert, Mary Beth Hurt as Teresa Aranow, and Victor Garber as Tis Brooke.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Michael Been, cinematography is by Edward Lachman, and it was produced by Mario Kassar and Linda Reisman.

Is Light Sleeper worth watching?

Light Sleeper holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 214 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 43m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama and crime, Light Sleeper is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Light Sleeper

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Cast of Light Sleeper

Willem Dafoe

Willem Dafoe

John LeTour

Susan Sarandon

Susan Sarandon

Ann

Dana Delany

Dana Delany

Marianne Jost

David Clennon

David Clennon

Robert

Mary Beth Hurt

Mary Beth Hurt

Teresa Aranow

Victor Garber

Victor Garber

Tis Brooke

Jane Adams

Jane Adams

Randi Jost

Sam Rockwell

Sam Rockwell

Jealous

David Spade

David Spade

Theological Cokehead

Paul Jabara

Paul Jabara

Eddie

Robert Cicchini

Robert Cicchini

Bill Guidone

Rene Rivera

Rene Rivera

Manuel

Light Sleeper — FAQs

Where can I watch Light Sleeper in United States?

Light Sleeper is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads in United States.

Is Light Sleeper on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Light Sleeper is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Light Sleeper in?

Light Sleeper is originally in English, with audio tracks including Hebrew, German, Italian, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Light Sleeper?

Light Sleeper runs 1 hours 43 minutes (103 minutes).

What is Light Sleeper rated?

Light Sleeper is rated R. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 214 ratings.

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