The Phantom Light (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1935, The Phantom Light is a thriller and mystery film directed by Michael Powell, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. Criminals pose as ghosts to scare a lighthouse keeper on the Welsh coast, in attempt to distract him. Jim Pearce deliberately maroons himself on the rock along with Alice Bright. When the light is later smashed, Jim reveals that his brother’s ship is the wreckers’ latest target, while Alice is a detective sent to investigate.
Who’s in it. The Phantom Light stars Binnie Hale as Alice Bright, Gordon Harker as Sam Higgins, Donald Calthrop as David Owen and Milton Rosmer as Dr. Carey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Phantom Light has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Phantom Light page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Phantom Light tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Phantom Light (1935)?
- In GB, The Phantom Light is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Phantom Light worth watching?
- The Phantom Light holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Phantom Light?
- The Phantom Light stars Binnie Hale, Gordon Harker, Donald Calthrop, Milton Rosmer and Ian Hunter.
- When was The Phantom Light released?
- The Phantom Light was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.