Blackout (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1986, Blackout is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Erik Gustavson, running about 87 minutes. “No one speaks more clearly than corpses!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Werner is a private investigator. One day, the rich and attractive Stella Hvidsteen visits him in his weary office. She says that her sister Evy has disappeared, asks him to find her, and adds that her sister has red hair.
Who’s in it. Blackout stars Henrik Scheele as Werner, Juni Dahr as Stella Hvidtsteen, Elisabeth Sand as Lill and Tommy Körberg as Max, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Blackout has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blackout page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blackout tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blackout (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blackout change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blackout worth watching?
- Blackout holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blackout?
- Blackout stars Henrik Scheele, Juni Dahr, Elisabeth Sand, Tommy Körberg and Per Bronken.
- When was Blackout released?
- Blackout was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.