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Midnight Express

Midnight Express

Walk into the incredible true experience of Billy Hayes. And bring all the courage you can.

Billy Hayes is caught attempting to smuggle drugs out of Turkey. The Turkish courts decide to make an example of him, sentencing him to more than 30 years in prison. Hayes has two opportunities for release: the appeals made by his lawyer, his family, and the American government, or the "Midnight Express".

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Midnight Express
  • Genres: Drama, Crime
  • Release Date: 1978-08-31
  • Runtime: 121 minutes
  • Rating: 7.477/10 (1743 votes)
  • Budget: $2,300,000
  • Revenue: $35,000,000
  • Production Companies: Columbia Pictures, Casablanca Filmworks
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.882
  • Languages: English, French, Maltese, Turkish

Cast & Crew

Brad Davis

Brad Davis

as Billy Hayes

Irene Miracle

Irene Miracle

as Susan

Bo Hopkins

Bo Hopkins

as Tex

Paolo Bonacelli

Paolo Bonacelli

as Rifki

Paul L. Smith

Paul L. Smith

as Hamidou

Randy Quaid

Randy Quaid

as Jimmy Booth

Norbert Weisser

Norbert Weisser

as Erich

John Hurt

John Hurt

as Max

Mike Kellin

Mike Kellin

as Mr. Hayes

Franco Diogene

Franco Diogene

as Yesil

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Trailers & Clips

Midnight Express (1978) - Original Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Midnight Express?

Midnight Express is a Drama, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1978-08-31.

Who are the main actors in Midnight Express?

The main cast includes Brad Davis, Irene Miracle, Bo Hopkins, Paolo Bonacelli, Paul L. Smith, .

Where can I watch Midnight Express online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Midnight Express is available.

Is Midnight Express based on a true story?

Walk into the incredible true experience of Billy Hayes. And bring all the courage you can.

What is the IMDb rating of Midnight Express?

Midnight Express has an IMDb rating of 7.477/10 based on 1743 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Midnight Express?

The movie had a production budget of $2,300,000 and earned $35,000,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Midnight Express?

The soundtrack was composed by Columbia Pictures, Casablanca Filmworks. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Midnight Express filmed?

Midnight Express was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Midnight Express?

The total runtime of Midnight Express is 121 minutes.

Is Midnight Express suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Midnight Express?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Midnight Express.

Does Midnight Express have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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