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Blinded by the Light

5.019801h 30mMovieDramaTV Movie

When teenager David Bowers renounces his home and family to run off with a quasi-religious cult, his sister, Janet, sets out to bring him back, very nearly becoming brainwashed herself.

DirectorJohn A. Alonzo
WritersRobin Vote·Henry Stern
ProducersRodrick Paul·Philip Mandelker

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Cast · Directed by John A. Alonzo

KMKristy McNichol
Kristy McNichol
Janet Bowers
JMJimmy McNichol
Jimmy McNichol
David Bowers
AJAnne Jackson
Anne Jackson
Frances Bowers
JOJenny O'Hara
Jenny O'Hara
Rose
PAPhillip R. Allen
Phillip R. Allen
Dr. Brockton
KAKeith Andes
Keith Andes
Father Adam
SMSandy McPeak
Sandy McPeak
Max
GEGail Edwards
Gail Edwards
Zora
SR
Sean Roche
Michael
BB
Ben Bottoms
Scott
SB
Steve Burns
Ralph
ML
Michael LeClair
Doug

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Blinded by the Light — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Blinded by the Light?

Blinded by the Light isn't streaming anywhere in United States yet.

Is Blinded by the Light on Netflix?

No, Blinded by the Light is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

Is Blinded by the Light on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Blinded by the Light isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now.

Where can I watch Blinded by the Light for free?

Blinded by the Light isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Blinded by the Light?

Blinded by the Light hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 3, 1981. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.