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Midnight Express

7.419782h 1mRMovieDramaCrime

Billy Hayes is caught attempting to smuggle drugs out of a country. The courts decide to make an example of him, sentencing him to more than 30 years in prison. Hayes has two opportunities for release: the appeals made by his lawyer, his…

DirectorAlan Parker
WriterOliver Stone
ProducersDavid Puttnam·Peter Guber

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NetflixNetflix
Availability shown for India · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Alan Parker

BDBrad Davis
Brad Davis
Billy Hayes
IMIrene Miracle
Irene Miracle
Susan
BHBo Hopkins
Bo Hopkins
Tex
PBPaolo Bonacelli
Paolo Bonacelli
Rifki
PSPaul L. Smith
Paul L. Smith
Hamidou
RQRandy Quaid
Randy Quaid
Jimmy Booth
NWNorbert Weisser
Norbert Weisser
Erich
JHJohn Hurt
John Hurt
Max
MKMike Kellin
Mike Kellin
Mr. Hayes
FDFranco Diogene
Franco Diogene
Yesil
MEMichael Ensign
Michael Ensign
Stanley Daniels
GBGigi Ballista
Gigi Ballista
Chief Judge

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Midnight Express — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Midnight Express?

Midnight Express is streaming on Netflix in India, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Midnight Express on Netflix?

Yes — Midnight Express is available on Netflix in India as of September 2026.

Is Midnight Express on Amazon Prime Video?

Midnight Express isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in India, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Midnight Express for free?

Midnight Express is available on Netflix in India, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Midnight Express based on a true story?

Yes — Midnight Express is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).