Keep the Lights On
2012, English. Directed by Ira Sachs.
In 1997 New York City, filmmaker Erik bonds with closeted lawyer Paul after a one-night fling. As their relationship evolves through dysfunctional patterns, Erik struggles to negotiate his own boundaries while being true to himself.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Keep the Lights On is streaming on Philo, MUBI, and OVID in India.
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- Released
- 27 July 2012
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ira Sachs, Mauricio Zacharias
- Box office
- $244K
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Keep the Lights On: quick answers
Is Keep the Lights On worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 106 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Keep the Lights On?
Keep the Lights On runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Keep the Lights On have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Keep the Lights On. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Keep the Lights On parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Keep the Lights On is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Keep the Lights On on?
Keep the Lights On is streaming on Philo, MUBI, and OVID in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Keep the Lights On?
If you liked Keep the Lights On, try High Art, The Souvenir, Gia.
Who directed Keep the Lights On?
Keep the Lights On (2012) was directed by Ira Sachs and stars Thure Lindhardt, Zachary Booth, Julianne Nicholson.