---
title: "The Sunlit Night"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-sunlit-night-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 565275
imdb_id: "tt8368394"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 78
community_rating: 5.4
vote_count: 43
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Sunlit Night (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-sunlit-night-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Sunlit Night is a 2020 film directed by David Wnendt that falls into the comedy, drama, and romance genres. The movie has a runtime of one hour and eighteen minutes and was released in the United States on June 6, 2020. The story follows an aspiring painter who meets eccentric locals and a fellow New Yorker while working on a barn in Norway. 

The film stars Jenny Slate, who also served as a co-producer, playing the role of Frances, a New York painter finding herself on assignment in a remote village in Norway. The cast also features Alex Sharp as Yasha and Fridtjov Såheim as Nils. Additional supporting roles are played by David Paymer, Gillian Anderson, and Zach Galifianakis. The production brings together these characters in a setting defined by its remote location and unique local inhabitants, creating a narrative centered on art, self-discovery, and unexpected encounters at the top of the world.

## 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 | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Wnendt
- **Networks / Studios**: Ape&Bjørn, Detailfilm, Beachside Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jenny Slate** as *Frances*
- **Alex Sharp** as *Yasha*
- **Fridtjov Såheim** as *Nils*
- **Gillian Anderson** as *Olyana*
- **Zach Galifianakis** as *Haldor*
- **David Paymer** as *Levi*
- **Jessica Hecht** as *Mirela*
- **Elise Kibler** as *Gaby*
- **Justus von Dohnányi** as *Ian*
- **Olek Krupa** as *Vassily*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

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

### Q: Is The Sunlit Night worth watching?
The Sunlit Night holds a community rating of 5.4/10 based on 43 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Sunlit Night and when was it released?
The Sunlit Night is a feature film with a runtime of 78 minutes. It was released in 2020. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Sunlit Night?
The Sunlit Night was directed by David Wnendt.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Sunlit Night — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/565275)
- [The Sunlit Night (2020) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/565275-the-sunlit-night/cast)
- [The Sunlit Night - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sunlit_Night)
- [The Sunlit Night (2019) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8368394/)
- [The Sunlit Night Cast: Jenny Slate, Alex Sharp, Fridtjov Såheim](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-sunlit-night/tpvu2HNWFeZceEQBz3cTU7/credits/)

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