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The Light (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 7.4

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Released in 2004, The Light is a drama film directed by Philippe Lioret, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. Camille arrives in Ouessant, the island of her birth off the Brittany coast, to sell the family home. She spends a last night in the house during which she discovers a secret. In 1963 a man came to work with her father, who was the Jument lighthouse operator. He only stayed two months, but his presence proved to be a disturbing catalyst.

Who’s in it. The Light stars Sandrine Bonnaire as Mabé, Anne Consigny as Camille, Philippe Torreton as Yvon Le Guen and Grégori Derangère as Antoine Cassendi, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Light has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $5.6M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Light page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Light tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Light (2004)?
In US, The Light is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Light worth watching?
The Light holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Light?
The Light stars Sandrine Bonnaire, Anne Consigny, Philippe Torreton, Grégori Derangère and Émilie Dequenne.
When was The Light released?
The Light was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.