Lessons of Darkness (1992): cast, story & where to watch

1992 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1992, Lessons of Darkness is a war and documentary film directed by Werner Herzog, running about 54 minutes.

What it’s about. This film shows the disaster of the Kuwaitian oil fields in flames. In contrast to the common documentary film there are no comments and few interviews. What must have been the hell itself is presented to the viewer in such beautiful sights and beautiful music that one has to be fascinated by it.

Who’s in it. Lessons of Darkness stars Werner Herzog as Narrator (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Lessons of Darkness sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lessons of Darkness page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lessons of Darkness tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lessons of Darkness (1992)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lessons of Darkness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Lessons of Darkness worth watching?
Lessons of Darkness holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Lessons of Darkness?
Lessons of Darkness stars Werner Herzog.
When was Lessons of Darkness released?
Lessons of Darkness was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.