Blackout
1978, English. Directed by Eddy Matalon.
The night the power failed.... and the shock began!
Thriller about four sadistic criminals who, after escaping during a transfer, take over a posh Manhattan apartment complex and start looting and terrorizing its occupants during New York City's famous 1977 blackout.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Details
- Released
- 25 August 1978
- Country
- Canada, France
- Written by
- Eddy Matalon, John C.W. Saxton, John Dunning
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Blackout: quick answers
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How long is Blackout?
Blackout runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Blackout have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Blackout. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Blackout parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Blackout is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Blackout on?
Blackout isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like Blackout?
If you liked Blackout, try Crank: High Voltage, Shadow Master, Grindhouse.
Who directed Blackout?
Blackout (1978) was directed by Eddy Matalon and stars James Mitchum, Robert Carradine, Belinda Montgomery.