Movie

The Light That Failed

“Only Rudyard Kipling could write such a romance! Only Ronald Colman could play such a role!”

★ 5.8(8)19391h 37m

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Good to know

Director: William A. Wellman
Release date: 1939-12-24
Runtime: 1h 37m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Paramount Pictures

About The Light That Failed

The Light That Failed is a 1939 movie in the Drama genre, directed by William A. Wellman, starring Ronald Colman, Walter Huston and Muriel Angelus. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Light That Failed in Denmark — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A London artist struggles to complete one last painting before going blind.

Cast

Ronald Colman

Dick Heldar

Walter Huston

Torpenhow

Muriel Angelus

Maisie

Ida Lupino

Bessie Broke

Dudley Digges

The Nilghai

Ernest Cossart

Beeton

Ferike Boros

Madame Binat

Pedro de Cordoba

Monsieur Binat

Colin Tapley

Gardner

Ronald Sinclair

Young Dick

Sarita Wooton

Young Maisie

Halliwell Hobbes

Doctor

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Light That Failed in Denmark?+

The Light That Failed is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Denmark. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Light That Failed on Netflix?+

The Light That Failed is not on Netflix in Denmark right now.

How long is The Light That Failed?+

The Light That Failed has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in The Light That Failed?+

The Light That Failed stars Ronald Colman, Walter Huston, Muriel Angelus, Ida Lupino and Dudley Digges.

When did The Light That Failed come out?+

The Light That Failed is a 1939 movie directed by William A. Wellman.

What genre is The Light That Failed?+

The Light That Failed is Drama film.

Who directed The Light That Failed?+

The Light That Failed was directed by William A. Wellman.