Midnight Express(1978)
Walk into the incredible true experience of Billy Hayes. And bring all the courage you can.
Synopsis
Billy Hayes is caught attempting to smuggle drugs out of a country. The 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".
Directed by Alan Parker
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Cast
Brad Davis
Billy Hayes
Irene Miracle
Susan
Bo Hopkins
Tex
Paolo Bonacelli
Rifki
Paul L. Smith
Hamidou
Randy Quaid
Jimmy Booth
Norbert Weisser
Erich
John Hurt
Max
Mike Kellin
Mr. Hayes
Franco Diogene
Yesil
Michael Ensign
Stanley Daniels
Gigi Ballista
Chief Judge
Kevork Malikyan
Prosecutor
Peter Jeffrey
Ahmet
Joe Zammit Cordina
Airport Customs Officer
Yashaw Adem
Airport Police Chief
Raad Rawi
Airport Security Chief
Tony Boyd
Aslan
Midnight Express — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Midnight Express?+
Midnight Express is available to stream on fuboTV, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Midnight Express come out?+
Midnight Express was released in 1978.
How long is Midnight Express?+
Midnight Express runs for 121 minutes (2 hours and 1 minutes).
Who directed Midnight Express?+
Midnight Express was directed by Alan Parker.
Who stars in Midnight Express?+
Midnight Express stars Brad Davis, Irene Miracle, Bo Hopkins, Paolo Bonacelli and Paul L. Smith.
Is Midnight Express worth watching?+
Midnight Express holds a 7.4/10 rating from 1,963 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and crime.
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