Night Shift 1982
“Ever since two enterprising young men turned the City Morgue into a swinging business, people have been dying to get in.”
What is Night Shift?
Night Shift is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1982
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 106 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 30, 1982
- Studios
- The Ladd Company, Brian Grazer Productions
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
Night Shift is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by The Ladd Company, Brian Grazer Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A timid morgue clerk teams up with a wild rookie for a night‑time scheme.”
- Sharp 80s comedy with off‑beat premise
- Early performances by Henry Winkler and Michael Keaton
- Fast‑paced 86‑minute runtime
- Some jokes feel dated
- Plot relies on far‑cical situations
Watch it if you enjoy quirky 80s comedies about unlikely partnerships.
The film’s adult humor and brief references to prostitution make it suited for mature audiences.
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When was Night Shift released?
It was released in the United States on July 30, 1982.
What is the genre of the film?
Night Shift is classified as a comedy.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.
Who are the lead actors in Night Shift?
The film features Henry Winkler and Michael Keaton among its cast.
What is the basic premise of Night Shift?
It follows a meek morgue attendant who, paired with an eager rookie, devises a night‑time scheme involving the morgue after a neighbor’s pimp disappears.
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