Nightcrawler (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 2014, Nightcrawler is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Dan Gilroy, running about 118 minutes. “The city shines brightest at night” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Lou Bloom, desperate for work, muscles into the world of L.A. crime journalism, he blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story. Aiding him in his effort is Nina, a TV-news veteran.
Who’s in it. Nightcrawler stars Jake Gyllenhaal as Louis Bloom, Rene Russo as Nina Romina, Riz Ahmed as Rick and Bill Paxton as Joe Loder, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Nightcrawler has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $50.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel and AMC+ and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nightcrawler page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nightcrawler tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nightcrawler (2014)?
- In US, Nightcrawler is available to stream on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel and AMC+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Nightcrawler worth watching?
- Nightcrawler holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Nightcrawler?
- Nightcrawler stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo, Riz Ahmed, Bill Paxton and Kevin Rahm.
- When was Nightcrawler released?
- Nightcrawler was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.