The Light That Failed (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1939, The Light That Failed is a drama film directed by William A. Wellman, running about 97 minutes. “Only Rudyard Kipling could write such a romance! Only Ronald Colman could play such a role!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A London artist struggles to complete one last painting before going blind.
Who’s in it. The Light That Failed stars Ronald Colman as Dick Heldar, Walter Huston as Torpenhow, Muriel Angelus as Maisie and Ida Lupino as Bessie Broke, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Light That Failed has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Light That Failed page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Light That Failed tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Light That Failed (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Light That Failed change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Light That Failed worth watching?
- The Light That Failed holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Light That Failed?
- The Light That Failed stars Ronald Colman, Walter Huston, Muriel Angelus, Ida Lupino and Dudley Digges.
- When was The Light That Failed released?
- The Light That Failed was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.