---
title: "The Night Before"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-night-before-1988"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 38966
imdb_id: "tt0095730"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 85
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 99
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Night Before (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-night-before-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Night Before is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Comedy, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Kings Road Entertainment. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | YouTube Free | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Thom Eberhardt
- **Networks / Studios**: Kings Road Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Keanu Reeves** as *Winston Connelly*
- **Lori Loughlin** as *Tara Mitchell*
- **Theresa Saldana** as *Rhonda*
- **Trinidad Silva** as *Tito*
- **Suzanne Snyder** as *Lisa*
- **Ned Bellamy** as *Tuff #2*
- **Diane Rodriguez** as *Woman in Restroom*
- **Tommy Lister Jr.** as *Bartender*
- **George Clinton** as *Band Member*
- **Bootsy Collins** as *Band Member*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Night Before online?
The Night Before is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Night Before worth watching?
The Night Before holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 99 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Romance for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Night Before and when was it released?
The Night Before is a feature film with a runtime of 85 minutes. It was released in 1988. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Night Before?
The Night Before was directed by Thom Eberhardt.

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