The Night Of (2016)
A Pakistani-American student wakes beside a murdered woman with no memory of what happened — and a justice system ready to decide for him.
The Night Of - Series Information
- Original Title: The Night Of
- First Air Year: 2016
- Last Air Year: 2016
- Created by: Richard Price, Steven Zaillian
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (60 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 1
- Number of Episodes: 8
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: Urdu, English
- First Air Date: July 10, 2016 (United States - TV-MA), July 10, 2016 (Canada - 18+), July 10, 2016 (United Kingdom - 15), July 10, 2016 (Germany - 16), July 10, 2016 (France - 18), July 10, 2016 (Australia - MA 15+), July 10, 2016 (Brazil - 16), July 10, 2016 (Mexico - B-15), July 10, 2016 (Italy - VM12), July 10, 2016 (Spain - 18), July 10, 2016 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: HBO
- Alternative Titles: The Night Of - Cos'è successo quella notte? (IT), 더 나이트 오브 (KR), Дълга нощ (BG), Długa noc (PL), the night off (IQ), Die Nacht von: Die Wahrheit einer Nacht (DE), The Night Of. Un juicio a la justicia (MX), ザ･ナイト･オブ／ナイト･オブ･キリング 失われた記憶 (JP)
- Production Companies: Film Rites, Bad Wolf, BBC Worldwide Productions, HBO
- Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States of America
The Night Of - Plot
After a night of partying with a female stranger, a man wakes up to find her stabbed to death and is charged with her murder.
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The Night Of - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Richard Price
- Steven Zaillian
Main Cast
- Michael Kenneth Williams
- Riz Ahmed
- John Turturro
- Bill Camp
- Payman Maadi
- Jeannie Berlin
- Poorna Jagannathan
- Sofia Black-D'Elia
- Syam M. Lafi
- Paul Sparks
Executive Producers
- Richard Price
- Peter Moffat
- James Gandolfini
- Jane Tranter
- Steven Zaillian
The Night Of - FAQs
Is The Night Of based on a true story?
The Night Of is not based on a single true story, but it draws heavily from a 2008 BBC series called Criminal Justice, written by Peter Moffat. The American adaptation transplants the story to New York City, weaving in real social issues around race, the criminal justice system, and the treatment of Muslim Americans post-9/11.
Who are the main actors in The Night Of?
The series stars Riz Ahmed as Nasir 'Naz' Khan, a Pakistani-American college student at the center of the murder case, and John Turturro as his unconventional defense attorney John Stone. The supporting cast includes Michael Kenneth Williams, Bill Camp, Payman Maadi, Jeannie Berlin, Poorna Jagannathan, and Sofia Black-D'Elia.
Did Naz actually kill Andrea in The Night Of?
The series deliberately leaves this question unresolved. Naz has no memory of the night's final hours, and the show never provides a definitive answer. This ambiguity is central to its power — the audience, like the jury, must weigh circumstantial evidence and personal bias rather than receive a clean, comfortable verdict.
Where can you stream The Night Of?
The Night Of is available to stream on HBO Max and HBO Max via Amazon Channel. It can also be purchased or rented on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Pure Flix also offers the series as part of its subscription catalog.
How many episodes does The Night Of have?
The Night Of is a self-contained miniseries with 8 episodes, all part of its single season. Each episode runs approximately 60 minutes, making it a focused, binge-worthy watch that tells one complete story from arrest through verdict without loose ends or filler.
Did The Night Of win any awards?
The series earned widespread recognition during awards season. John Turturro and Riz Ahmed both received Emmy nominations, with Ahmed winning the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series — a landmark moment as one of the first South Asian actors to win in that category. The show also won multiple Critics' Choice and Golden Globe nominations.
Is The Night Of worth watching?
Absolutely. The Night Of holds a 96% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes and is widely regarded as one of the finest American miniseries of the 2010s. Its slow-burn tension, morally complex characters, and unflinching look at systemic injustice make it essential viewing for fans of serious, intelligent crime drama.
What is the content rating for The Night Of?
The Night Of is rated TV-MA, meaning it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains graphic violence, strong language, drug use, and depictions of prison life that make it unsuitable for younger viewers. Parental discretion is strongly advised.
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