Movie

Bright Lights, Big City

“It's 6.00 am. Do you know where you are?”

★ 5.7(141)19881h 47m

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Good to know

Director: James Bridges
Release date: 1988-04-01
Runtime: 1h 47m
Language: English
Box office: $16,118,077
Budget: $25,000,000
Status: Released
Country: Japan
Studio: Star Partners

Bright Lights, Big City — trailer

About Bright Lights, Big City

Bright Lights, Big City is a 1988 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by James Bridges, starring Michael J. Fox, Kiefer Sutherland and Phoebe Cates. It has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 141 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Bright Lights, Big City in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A disillusioned young writer living in New York City turns to drugs and drinking to block out the memories of his dead mother and estranged wife.

Cast

Michael J. Fox

Jamie

Kiefer Sutherland

Tad

Phoebe Cates

Amanda

Swoosie Kurtz

Megan

Frances Sternhagen

Clara

Tracy Pollan

Vicky

John Houseman

Mr. Vogel

Charlie Schlatter

Michael

David Warrilow

Rittenhouse

Dianne Wiest

Mother

Alec Mapa

Yasu Wade

William Hickey

Ferret Man

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookyuppienightclubmagazinewriterdrugssunglassesworld trade centerfashion shownew waveplayfulvibrant

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Bright Lights, Big City in France?+

Bright Lights, Big City is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in France. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Bright Lights, Big City on Netflix?+

Bright Lights, Big City is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is Bright Lights, Big City?+

Bright Lights, Big City has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

Who stars in Bright Lights, Big City?+

Bright Lights, Big City stars Michael J. Fox, Kiefer Sutherland, Phoebe Cates, Swoosie Kurtz and Frances Sternhagen.

When did Bright Lights, Big City come out?+

Bright Lights, Big City is a 1988 movie directed by James Bridges.

What genre is Bright Lights, Big City?+

Bright Lights, Big City is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed Bright Lights, Big City?+

Bright Lights, Big City was directed by James Bridges.