10 Must-Watch Nightlife Drama Films

Description: Martin Scorsese's dark comedy follows a man's bizarre and increasingly surreal night in New York City after a seemingly innocent date. The film's portrayal of the city's nightlife as both enchanting and terrifying makes it a standout in this collection.

Fact: The film was shot in real-time, with the entire story unfolding over one night.

Description: Nicolas Cage stars as a screenwriter who moves to Las Vegas to drink himself to death, finding an unlikely connection with a prostitute. The film's portrayal of the city's nightlife is both seductive and tragic.

Fact: The film was shot in just 28 days, and Cage won an Academy Award for his performance.

Description: Sofia Coppola's film captures the loneliness and connection found in the neon-lit nights of Tokyo, where two strangers find solace in each other's company. Its portrayal of nightlife as a backdrop for introspection and connection is poignant.

Fact: The famous scene where Bill Murray whispers to Scarlett Johansson was improvised, and only she knows what he said.

Description: Christian Bale's portrayal of an insomniac machinist whose life spirals out of control during the night shifts at a factory. The film's dark, moody atmosphere perfectly encapsulates the eerie side of nightlife.

Fact: Bale lost 62 pounds for the role, and the film was shot in only 24 days.

Description: Tom Cruise plays a hitman who takes a taxi driver hostage for a night of assassinations in Los Angeles. The film's use of the city's nightlife as a backdrop for its intense narrative makes it a compelling addition to this list.

Fact: The film was shot in 72 days, with most of the night scenes filmed during actual nighttime hours.

Description: Martin Scorsese's crime drama set in Boston, where undercover cops and moles navigate the dangerous nightlife of the city. The film's intense atmosphere and night scenes make it a fitting entry.

Fact: The film was originally set in Hong Kong, but Scorsese moved it to Boston for a more authentic American feel.

Description: Mickey Rourke plays an aging wrestler who finds solace in the nightlife of strip clubs and bars, exploring themes of redemption and the harsh realities of life after fame.

Fact: Rourke trained for over a year to get in shape for the wrestling scenes.

Description: Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Lou Bloom, a driven but morally ambiguous freelance crime journalist who captures the dark underbelly of Los Angeles' nightlife. This film captures the essence of the night's allure and its dangers, making it a perfect fit for this collection.

Fact: Jake Gyllenhaal lost 30 pounds for the role, and the film was shot entirely at night to maintain authenticity.

Description: This HBO miniseries follows a night that changes the life of a Pakistani-American student, exploring the gritty nightlife of New York City through a legal drama lens.

Fact: The series was originally intended to be a feature film, but was expanded into a miniseries for a more in-depth exploration of the story.

Description: Nicolas Winding Refn's visually stunning film dives into the cutthroat world of modeling in Los Angeles, where the nightlife is as glamorous as it is deadly. It's a tale of beauty, ambition, and the dark side of the night.

Fact: The film was shot in 35mm film to give it a more dreamlike quality.