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Keep the Lights On

5.720121h 42mNRMovieDramaRomance

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.

DirectorIra Sachs
WritersIra Sachs·Mauricio Zacharias
ProducersMarie Therese Guirgis·Lucas Joaquin

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Cast · Directed by Ira Sachs

TLThure Lindhardt
Thure Lindhardt
Erik Rothman
ZBZachary Booth
Zachary Booth
Paul Lucy
JNJulianne Nicholson
Julianne Nicholson
Claire
SSSouléymane Sy Savané
Souléymane Sy Savané
Alassane
JR
Justin Reinsilber
Dan
EVEd Vassallo
Ed Vassallo
Thomas
PSPaprika Steen
Paprika Steen
Karen
MN
Marilyn Neimark
Marilyn Neimark
SCSebastian La Cause
Sebastian La Cause
Russ
SH
Sarah Hess
Katie
RK
Roberta Kirshbaum
Katie's Mom
JPJamie Petrone
Jamie Petrone
Katie's Cousin

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Keep the Lights On — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Keep the Lights On?

Keep the Lights On is streaming on Philo, MUBI and OVID in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Keep the Lights On on Netflix?

No, Keep the Lights On is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on Philo and MUBI.

Is Keep the Lights On on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Keep the Lights On isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Philo and MUBI instead.

Where can I watch Keep the Lights On for free?

Keep the Lights On is available to stream free (with ads) on JustWatch TV and Kanopy in United States.

Is Keep the Lights On based on a true story?

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