---
title: "Nighthawks"
year: 1978
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/nighthawks-1978"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 118547
imdb_id: "tt0077993"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 113
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 28
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Nighthawks (1978) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/nighthawks-1978

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "Nighthawks" (1978).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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[1] Title: Nighthawks (1978). US Release: 11/01/1978. Genre: Drama. Runtime: 1h 53m. Synopsis: In 70s Great Britain, a gay teacher is forced to hide his sexuality by day while living his secret life by night.
[2] IMDb link (no specific data provided in snippet).
[3] Rotten Tomatoes: 1978, 1h 53m, Drama, 40% Tomatometer, 50% Popcornmeter.
[4] Plex link (no specific data provided in snippet).
[5] Moviefone: Cast includes Ken Robertson, Tony Westrope, and Rachel Nicholas James. Director: Ron Peck.
[6] Wikipedia link (refers to Edward Hopper painting, irrelevant to the film).

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## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Fandor, Fandor Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, BFI Player Amazon Channel | Kanopy, Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Fandor, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Cineverse | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ron Peck
- **Networks / Studios**: Four Corner Films, Nashburgh

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ken Robertson** as *Jim*
- **Tony Westrope** as *Mike*
- **Rachel Nicholas James** as *Judy*
- **Maureen Dolan** as *Pat*
- **Stuart Turton** as *Neal*
- **Clive Peters** as *Peter*
- **Robert Merrick** as *John*
- **Frank Dilbert** as *American*
- **Peter Radmall** as *Artist*
- **Ernest Brightmore** as *Headmaster*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Nighthawks online?
Nighthawks is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Fandor, Fandor Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Nighthawks worth watching?
Nighthawks holds a community rating of 5.5/10 based on 28 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Nighthawks and when was it released?
Nighthawks is a feature film with a runtime of 113 minutes. It was released in 1978. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Nighthawks?
Nighthawks was directed by Ron Peck.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Nighthawks — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/118547)
- [Nighthawks (1978) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0077993/fullcredits/)
- [Nighthawks (1978)](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/)
- [Nighthawks (1978) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/nighthawks/credits)
- [Nighthawks (1978) Cast & Crew | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/nighthawks/1069176/credits/)
- [Nighthawks — Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nighthawks)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*