Bright Lights, Big City
1988, English. Directed by James Bridges.
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A disillusioned young writer living in New York City turns to drugs and drinking to block out the memories of his dead mother and estranged wife.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.7/10 from 146 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Bright Lights, Big City
Bright Lights, Big City is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 1 April 1988
- Country
- Japan, United States of America
- Written by
- Jay McInerney
- Budget
- $25M
- Box office
- $16M
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What Bright Lights, Big City is based on
Bright Lights, Big City is based on Bright Lights, Big City, a 1984 novel by Jay McInerney.
Novel · 1984
Bright Lights, Big City
By Jay McInerney
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Bright Lights, Big City: quick answers
Is Bright Lights, Big City worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 146 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bright Lights, Big City?
Bright Lights, Big City runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Bright Lights, Big City have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Bright Lights, Big City. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Bright Lights, Big City parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Bright Lights, Big City is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Bright Lights, Big City on?
Bright Lights, Big City is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bright Lights, Big City?
If you liked Bright Lights, Big City, try London, Queer, Two Lovers.
Who directed Bright Lights, Big City?
Bright Lights, Big City (1988) was directed by James Bridges and stars Michael J. Fox, Kiefer Sutherland, Phoebe Cates.
What is Bright Lights, Big City based on?
Bright Lights, Big City is based on Bright Lights, Big City, a 1984 novel by Jay McInerney.