Light Sleeper (1992): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Light Sleeper
Genre: Drama, Crime
Released: 1992
Duration: 103 min
Cast: Willem Dafoe, Susan Sarandon, Dana Delany, David Clennon, Mary Beth Hurt

What Light Sleeper Is About

John LeTour is an insomniac courier who has left his own addiction behind but still delivers to a wealthy New York clientele, and he wants out of the business. While a run of apparently drug related killings unsettles the city, running into an old girlfriend turns an ordinary midlife crisis into something dangerous. This is one of Paul Schrader’s stories about a solitary man driving through the night, keeping a journal, examining himself and looking for some form of grace. Willem Dafoe and Susan Sarandon lead.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Light Sleeper about?

John LeTour is an insomniac courier who has left his own addiction behind but still delivers to a wealthy New York clientele, and he wants out of the business. While a run of apparently drug related killings unsettles the city, running into an old girlfriend turns an ordinary midlife crisis into something dangerous.

Where can I watch Light Sleeper?

Light Sleeper is available to watch on digital platforms such as BFI Player Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Light Sleeper?

Light Sleeper runs for 103 minutes (1h 43m).

When did Light Sleeper come out?

Light Sleeper was released in 1992.

Who directed Light Sleeper?

Light Sleeper was directed by Paul Schrader.

Who stars in Light Sleeper?

Light Sleeper stars Willem Dafoe, Susan Sarandon, Dana Delany, David Clennon.

What is Light Sleeper's rating?

Light Sleeper holds 6.9/10 on IMDb and 6.7/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 70 out of 100.