MyCinema has not rated Nightwatch for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, horror, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch Nightwatch in the US?

Nightwatch streams on Paramount Plus Essential, is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Nightwatch?

Nightwatch runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

Is Nightwatch suitable for kids?

Nightwatch is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB19971h 42mDrama / Horror / Thriller

Nightwatch

Name: Nightwatch
Genre: Drama, Horror, Thriller
Released: 1997-01-31
Duration: 102 min

TMDB movie listing

A law student takes a job as a night watchman at a morgue and begins to discover clues that implicate him as the suspect in a series of murders.

TMDB audience score

Based on 455 votes

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Availability

Where to watch in the US

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United States listings · Refreshed 17 Oct 2026. More horror to watch in the US

MyCinema quick facts

Nightwatch at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 42m

At 1h 42m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Drama · Horror · Thriller

TMDB files it under drama, horror, and thriller.

US availability

1 subscription · 2 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 1 subscription service: Paramount Plus Essential. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy and Hoopla. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.1 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 455 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Nightwatch tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 42m.
It is included with Paramount Plus Essential in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.1 out of 10 across 455 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Nightwatch

Is Nightwatch scary?: MyCinema has not rated Nightwatch for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, horror, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Nightwatch in the US?: Nightwatch streams on Paramount Plus Essential, is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Nightwatch?: Nightwatch runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
Is Nightwatch suitable for kids?: Nightwatch is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.