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Dancer in the Dark

“In a world of shadows, she found the light of life.”

★ 7.8(2,009)20002h 20m

Dancer in the Dark is streaming on MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability checked 9 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Lars von Trier
Release date: 2000-09-01
Runtime: 2h 20m
Language: English
Box office: $40,061,153
Budget: $12,500,000
Status: Released
Country: Denmark
Studio: Zentropa Entertainments

Dancer in the Dark — trailer

About Dancer in the Dark

Dancer in the Dark is a 2000 movie in the Drama and Crime genres, directed by Lars von Trier, starring Björk, Catherine Deneuve and David Morse. It has a runtime of 2 hours 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.8/10 from 2,009 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Dancer in the Dark in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Selma, a Czech immigrant on the verge of blindness, struggles to make ends meet for herself and her son, who has inherited the same genetic disorder and will suffer the same fate without an expensive operation. When life gets too difficult, Selma learns to cope through her love of musicals, dreaming up little numbers to the rhythmic beats of her surroundings.

Cast

Björk

Selma Jezkova

Catherine Deneuve

Kathy

David Morse

Bill Houston

Peter Stormare

Jeff

Joel Grey

Oldrich Novy

Cara Seymour

Linda Houston

Vladica Kostic

Gene Jezkova

Jean-Marc Barr

Norman

Vincent Paterson

Samuel

Siobhan Fallon Hogan

Brenda

Željko Ivanek

District Attorney

Udo Kier

Dr. Porkorny

Themes & keywords

factory workerindividualimmigrantblindness and impaired visiondancingeye operationsmall townnaivetyhereditary diseaserobberycourtmusicalfemale friendshipmurderdebt

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Dancer in the Dark in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Dancer in the Dark on MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Is Dancer in the Dark on Netflix?+

Dancer in the Dark is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel.

How long is Dancer in the Dark?+

Dancer in the Dark has a runtime of 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).

Who stars in Dancer in the Dark?+

Dancer in the Dark stars Björk, Catherine Deneuve, David Morse, Peter Stormare and Joel Grey.

When did Dancer in the Dark come out?+

Dancer in the Dark is a 2000 movie directed by Lars von Trier.

What genre is Dancer in the Dark?+

Dancer in the Dark is Drama and Crime film.

Who directed Dancer in the Dark?+

Dancer in the Dark was directed by Lars von Trier.