All Night Long (1981): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1981, All Night Long is a comedy and romance film directed by Jean-Claude Tramont, running about 87 minutes. “She's got a way with men. And she's getting away with it...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Executive George Dupler loses his temper and is demoted to the night manager at a 24 hour drugstore. After he suggests to his teenage son Freddie that he stop having an affair with suburban housewife Cheryl Gibbons, who is a distant cousin, Cheryl tries to seduce George. At home, in front of his mother, Freddie accuses his dad of stealing his girl, because he found Cheryl serving George a meal in the middle of the night, while her husband Bobby was on duty at the fire station. George then separates from his wife Helen, quits his job, moves into a warehouse, and asks Cheryl to move in with him.

Who’s in it. All Night Long stars Gene Hackman as George Dupler, Barbra Streisand as Cheryl Gibbons, Diane Ladd as Helen Dupler and Dennis Quaid as Freddie Dupler, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, All Night Long has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $10M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch All Night Long page.

If you liked it. Fans of All Night Long tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.