Last Light (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1993, Last Light is a thriller and drama film directed by Kiefer Sutherland, running about 104 minutes. “One defying the system. One sworn to uphold it.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Kiefer Sutherland plays Denver Bayliss, a condemned murderer who has killed three people, including a prison guard. He was brought into the system as a juvenile delinquent and never got out. Now he is awaiting execution. Forest Whitaker stars as Fred Whitmore, a death row prison guard who runs into trouble when he refuses to take part in the brutally abusive tactics of the guards. However, something about Denver haunts Fred Whitmore, and the two men form an unexpected friendship that transforms their lives.
Who’s in it. Last Light stars Kiefer Sutherland as Denver Bayliss, Forest Whitaker as Fred Whitmore, Clancy Brown as Lt. Lionel McMannis and Lynne Moody as Hope Whitmore, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Last Light has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Last Light page.
If you liked it. Fans of Last Light tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Last Light (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Last Light change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Last Light worth watching?
- Last Light holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Last Light?
- Last Light stars Kiefer Sutherland, Forest Whitaker, Clancy Brown, Lynne Moody and Amanda Plummer.
- When was Last Light released?
- Last Light was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.