Before Night Falls
Directed by Julian Schnabel
Spanning several decades, this powerful biopic offers a glimpse into the life of famed Cuban poet and novelist Reinaldo Arenas, an artist who was vilified for his homosexuality in Fidel Castro's Cuba.
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Top cast
Javier Bardem
Reinaldo Arenas
Olivier Martinez
Lazaro Gomez Carilles
Johnny Depp
Bon Bon / Lieutenant Victor
Andrea Di Stefano
Pepe Malas
Santiago Magill
Tomas Diego
John Ortiz
Juan Abreu
Héctor Babenco
Virgilio Pinera
Francisco Gattorno
Jorge Camacho
Marisol Padilla Sánchez
Margarita Camacho
Michael Wincott
Herberto Zorilla Ochoa
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Before Night Falls online?
Before Night Falls is not currently included with any streaming subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it digitally on Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability differs by country, so it may be on a subscription service elsewhere.
Is Before Night Falls on Netflix?
No — Before Night Falls is not currently on Netflix in any of the countries we track.
Can I rent or buy Before Night Falls online?
Yes. In United States, Before Night Falls can be rented on Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home and purchased on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
In which countries can I stream Before Night Falls?
As of November 4, 2026, Before Night Falls is included with a streaming subscription (or free with ads) in Spain, among the countries we track.
Streaming availability last checked on November 4, 2026. Catalogues change frequently — data from TMDB and JustWatch.
