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White Nights

White Nights

Two men. Not soldiers. Not heroes. Just dancers. Willing to risk their lives for freedom-and each other.

After his plane crashes in Siberia, a Russian dancer, who defected to the West, is held prisoner in the Soviet Union. The KGB keeps him under watch and tries to convince him to become a dancer for the Kirov Academy of Ballet again. Determined to escape, he befriends a black American expatriate and his pregnant Russian wife, who agree to help him escape to the American Embassy.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: White Nights
  • Genres: Drama, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1985-11-22
  • Runtime: 136 minutes
  • Rating: 6.719/10 (135 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $42,160,849
  • Production Companies: Columbia Pictures, New Visions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.4013
  • Languages: English, French, Russian

Cast & Crew

Mikhail Baryshnikov

Mikhail Baryshnikov

as Nikolai 'Kolya' Rodchenko

Gregory Hines

Gregory Hines

as Raymond Greenwood

Jerzy Skolimowski

Jerzy Skolimowski

as Colonel Chaiko

Helen Mirren

Helen Mirren

as Galina Ivanova

Geraldine Page

Geraldine Page

as Anne Wyatt

Isabella Rossellini

Isabella Rossellini

as Darya Greenwood

John Glover

John Glover

as Wynn Scott

Stefan Gryff

Stefan Gryff

as Captain Kirigin

William Hootkins

William Hootkins

as Chuck Malarek

Shane Rimmer

Shane Rimmer

as Ambassador Larry Smith

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Trailer

White Nights 1985 TV trailer

External Links

Keywords

escapekgbtap dancingballetairplane crashsiberiaemigrantbolshoi ballet

Frequently Asked Questions

What is White Nights?

White Nights is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1985-11-22.

Who are the main actors in White Nights?

The main cast includes Mikhail Baryshnikov, Gregory Hines, Jerzy Skolimowski, Helen Mirren, Geraldine Page, .

Where can I watch White Nights online?

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

Is White Nights based on a true story?

Two men. Not soldiers. Not heroes. Just dancers. Willing to risk their lives for freedom-and each other.

What is the IMDb rating of White Nights?

White Nights has an IMDb rating of 6.719/10 based on 135 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of White Nights?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $42,160,849 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for White Nights?

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

Where was White Nights filmed?

White Nights was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is White Nights?

The total runtime of White Nights is 136 minutes.

Is White Nights suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to White Nights?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to White Nights.

Does White Nights have a post-credit scene?

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

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