

The Night Porter
1974, Italian. Directed by Liliana Cavani.
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A concentration camp survivor discovers her former torturer and lover working as a porter at a hotel in postwar Vienna. When the couple attempt to re-create their sadomasochistic relationship, his former SS comrades begin to stalk them.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 405 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Night Porter
The Night Porter is streaming on HBO Max and IndiePix Unlimited in India.
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Availability in India as of 10 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 3 April 1974
- Original title
- Il portiere di notte
- Country
- Italy, France
- Written by
- Liliana Cavani, Barbara Alberti, Italo Moscati
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The Night Porter: quick answers
Is The Night Porter worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 405 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Night Porter?
The Night Porter runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does The Night Porter have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Night Porter. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Night Porter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Night Porter yet.
Which OTT platform is The Night Porter on?
The Night Porter is streaming on HBO Max and IndiePix Unlimited in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Night Porter?
If you liked The Night Porter, try Charlotte Gray, Allied, Where Hands Touch.
Who directed The Night Porter?
The Night Porter (1974) was directed by Liliana Cavani and stars Dirk Bogarde, Charlotte Rampling, Philippe Leroy.