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Light Sleeper

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

August 21, 1992 1h 43m 6.7/10 (207 votes)

Originally released in 1992. Light Sleeper is a drama/crime film. directed by Paul Schrader.

Starring Willem Dafoe, Susan Sarandon, and Dana Delany

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 21, 1992 33 years ago
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Runtime 1h 43m 103 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (207 votes)
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Budget $5M Production budget
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Box Office $1.1M 0.2x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$5,000,000
Revenue
$1,055,987

Production Companies

  • Carolco Pictures
  • Seven Arts Pictures
  • Grain of Sand Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Light Sleeper about?

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 cr...

Who directed Light Sleeper?

Light Sleeper was directed by Paul Schrader.

How long is Light Sleeper?

Light Sleeper has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).

When was Light Sleeper released?

Light Sleeper was released on August 21, 1992 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Light Sleeper?

The main cast of Light Sleeper includes Willem Dafoe, Susan Sarandon, Dana Delany, David Clennon, Mary Beth Hurt.

Is Light Sleeper worth watching?

Light Sleeper has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 207 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.