Live by Night 2016
"Joe was once a good man."
Directed by Ben Affleck, *Live by Night (2016)* plunges viewers into the sun-soaked yet treacherous world of Prohibition-era crime, where former Boston gangsters transplant their brutal trade to Florida's palm-lined streets.
Director: Ben Affleck
Cast
Ben Affleck
Joe Coughlin
Elle Fanning
Loretta Figgis
Brendan Gleeson
Thomas Coughlin
Chris Messina
Dion Bartolo
Sienna Miller
Emma Gould
Zoe Saldaña
Graciella Suarez
Chris Cooper
Chief Irving Figgis
Remo Girone
Maso Pescatore
Anthony Michael Hall
Gary Smith
Titus Welliver
Tim Hickey
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Live by Night (2016) about?
*Live by Night (2016)* follows Joe Coughlin, a former law-abiding young man who becomes entangled in the violent world of 1920s organized crime after a botched heist. As he builds a bootlegging empire in Florida, he's drawn into a dangerous game of power, betrayal, and survival against both rival gangs and the Ku Klux Klan.
Who directed Live by Night?
Ben Affleck directed *Live by Night*, bringing his signature blend of gritty storytelling and cinematic flair to this Prohibition-era crime drama.
Who stars in Live by Night?
The film stars Ben Affleck as Joe Coughlin, Elle Fanning as his love interest, Brendan Gleeson as his father, and Chris Messina as a ruthless mobster, with Sienna Miller and Zoe Saldaña rounding out the cast.
Is Live by Night (2016) worth watching?
With its atmospheric setting, strong performances, and tense narrative, *Live by Night* is a standout among crime dramas. While not a blockbuster hit, it delivers a compelling story and stylish direction, making it worth a watch for fans of the genre.
How long is Live by Night?
Live by Night runs for 129 minutes, offering a dense and immersive experience.
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About Live by Night (2016) — A Prohibition-Era Crime Epic with Star-Powered Grit
Directed by Ben Affleck, *Live by Night (2016)* plunges viewers into the sun-soaked yet treacherous world of Prohibition-era crime, where former Boston gangsters transplant their brutal trade to Florida's palm-lined streets. The film follows Joe Coughlin, once a spirited young man with ambitions beyond the law, as he rises through the ranks of a ruthless bootlegging empire while navigating deadly rivalries and the ever-present shadow of the Ku Klux Klan. With its lush visuals and tense moral dilemmas, the movie explores the cost of ambition, the blurred line between good and evil, and the relentless pull of a life built on secrets.
Ben Affleck's gripping direction and a powerhouse ensemble cast—including Brendan Gleeson as Joe's hardened father, Elle Fanning as a cunning nightclub owner, and Chris Messina as a calculating mobster—bring this Prohibition-era thriller to life. The story unfolds against a backdrop of neon-lit speakeasies and moonlit escapes, where loyalty is a currency and betrayal lurks around every corner. *Live by Night (2016)* is more than a crime saga; it's a gritty, atmospheric meditation on redemption and the choices that define us.
