Northern Lights
1998, English. Directed by Linda Yellen.
Fate brought her to a small town. But it will take a miracle to keep her there.
A stranger's call informs Roberta that her estranged brother Frank has died in a small town under bizarre circumstances. Ben, his best friend from college, also gets the call. Arriving just in time for his funeral, it becomes quickly obvious to them that the little slice of small-town America in which they find themselves is like an episode of The Twilight Zone featuring Frank's eccentric friends, his amazing secrets and his stunning final request. Both Ben and Roberta are shocked to discover that Frank not only had a child, but that he has left them responsible for his son's care.
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- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
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- English
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- 2 July 1998
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- United States of America
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What Northern Lights is based on
Northern Lights is adapted from a play or musical.
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What should I watch before Northern Lights?
Watch Under Wraps (1997) and You Lucky Dog (1998) first.
What comes after Northern Lights?
Next in the series: Brink! (1998), Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Across the 2nd Dimension (2011), and Adventures in Babysitting (2016).
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How long is Northern Lights?
Northern Lights runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Northern Lights have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Northern Lights on?
Northern Lights isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 July 1998. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Northern Lights?
If you liked Northern Lights, try TalhotBlond, Iron Jawed Angels, American Son.
Who directed Northern Lights?
Northern Lights (1998) was directed by Linda Yellen and stars Diane Keaton, Maury Chaykin, Joseph Cross.
What is Northern Lights based on?
Northern Lights is adapted from a play or musical.