

Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn
1977, English. Directed by John Erman.
In this sequel to Dawn: Portrait of a Teenage Runaway, Alexander's story is told in both the past and the present. Alexander's parents send him away from home for being too sensitive and not helping enough on their farm. He goes to Los Angeles in hopes of going to art school, but when he can't find a job as a minor, he turns to prostitution. After being arrested, he wants to head to Arizona to marry Dawn, but he falls into a lucrative job/relationship with a gay football star.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 16 May 1977
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Walter Dallenbach, Dalene Young
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Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn: quick answers
What should I watch before Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn?
Watch Dawn: Portrait of a Teenage Runaway (1976) first.
Is Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn worth watching?
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How long is Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn?
Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn have a post-credits scene?
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Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn on?
Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn?
If you liked Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn, try The Bridge Part 2, Hello Sister, Goodbye Life, Little Lord Fauntleroy.
Who directed Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn?
Alexander: The Other Side of Dawn (1977) was directed by John Erman and stars Leigh McCloskey, Eve Plumb, Juliet Mills.
