Nightfall (1988)

Cast

• David Birney - Aton
• Sarah Douglas - Roa
• Alexis Kanner - Sor
• Andra Millian - Ana
• Starr Andreeff - Bet
• Charley Hayward - Kin
• Jonathan Emerson - Architect
• Susie Lindeman - Boffin
• Russell Wiggins - Zol
• Larry Hankin - Desert King

Screenplay

• Paul Mayersberg (Screenplay)
• Isaac Asimov (Original Story)

Keywords

loss of eyesight, eye gouging, based on short story, cult leader, religious cult, blindness, multiple suns

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nightfall about?

The people of the planet Aeon, blessed with three suns, have never experienced night. When an archeological excavation uncovers evidence of an ancient catastrophe, all signs point towards the impending darkness of the very Nightfall. Panic erupts as the suns slowly disappear one by one. Science struggles against superstition as the people race to comprehend the approaching Nightfall... the end of the world as they know it. Based on Isaac Asimov's classic story "Nightfall" voted "The Greatest Science-Fiction Story of All Time."

Who directed Nightfall?

Nightfall was directed by Paul Mayersberg.

Who stars in Nightfall?

Nightfall stars David Birney, Sarah Douglas, Alexis Kanner, Andra Millian, Starr Andreeff, Charley Hayward.

How long is Nightfall?

Nightfall has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).

What genre is Nightfall?

Nightfall is a Science Fiction film.

Where was Nightfall produced?

Nightfall was produced in United States of America.