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Bright Lights, Big City

Bright Lights, Big City

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

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Bright Lights, Big City
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1988-04-01
  • Runtime: 107 minutes
  • Rating: 5.7/10 (127 votes)
  • Budget: $25,000,000
  • Revenue: $16,118,077
  • Production Companies: Star Partners, United Artists, Mirage Enterprises, CST Telecommunications, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6891
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Michael J. Fox

Michael J. Fox

as Jamie

Kiefer Sutherland

Kiefer Sutherland

as Tad

Phoebe Cates

Phoebe Cates

as Amanda

Swoosie Kurtz

Swoosie Kurtz

as Megan

Frances Sternhagen

Frances Sternhagen

as Clara

Tracy Pollan

Tracy Pollan

as Vicky

John Houseman

John Houseman

as Mr. Vogel

Charlie Schlatter

Charlie Schlatter

as Michael

David Warrilow

David Warrilow

as Rittenhouse

Dianne Wiest

Dianne Wiest

as Mother

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Trailers & Clips

Bright Lights, Big City (1988) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]

Bright Lights, Big City - Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bright Lights, Big City?

Bright Lights, Big City is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1988-04-01.

Who are the main actors in Bright Lights, Big City?

The main cast includes Michael J. Fox, Kiefer Sutherland, Phoebe Cates, Swoosie Kurtz, Frances Sternhagen, .

Where can I watch Bright Lights, Big City online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Bright Lights, Big City is available.

Is Bright Lights, Big City based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of Bright Lights, Big City?

Bright Lights, Big City has an IMDb rating of 5.7/10 based on 127 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Bright Lights, Big City?

The movie had a production budget of $25,000,000 and earned $16,118,077 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Bright Lights, Big City?

The soundtrack was composed by Star Partners, United Artists, Mirage Enterprises, CST Telecommunications, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Bright Lights, Big City filmed?

Bright Lights, Big City was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Bright Lights, Big City?

The total runtime of Bright Lights, Big City is 107 minutes.

Is Bright Lights, Big City suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Bright Lights, Big City?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Bright Lights, Big City.

Does Bright Lights, Big City have a post-credit scene?

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

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