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The Lighthouse (2019)

โ€œThere is enchantment in the light.โ€

7.5/10 ยท 5,800 votes 1h 49m r FantasyThrillerDrama

#49 of 296 films from 2019 #166 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Robert Eggers ยท Written by Edgar Allan Poe, Robert Eggers, Max Eggers

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Overview

Two lighthouse keepers try to maintain their sanity while living on a remote and mysterious New England island in the 1890s.

Cast

Robert Pattinsonas Thomas Howard
Willem Dafoeas Thomas Wake
Valeriia Karamanas Mermaid
Logan Hawkesas Ephraim Winslow
Kyla Nicolleas Woman on the Rocks
Shaun Clarkeas Departing Wickie
Pierre Richardas Departing Assistant Wickie
Preston Hudsonas Tender Mate
Jeff Crutsas Tender Mate
Sully Seagullas Seagull (uncredited)
Sully Seagullas Seagull

Facts

Release dateOctober 18, 2019
Runtime109 min (1h 49m) โ€” about the same as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresFantasy, Thriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$11,000,000
Box office$18,262,464 (1.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt7984734

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Questions

How long is The Lighthouse?
The Lighthouse runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Is The Lighthouse worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 5,800 votes, which places it #49 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 84%) and #166 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed The Lighthouse?
The Lighthouse was directed by Robert Eggers. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Witch (2016), The Northman (2022), Nosferatu (2024).
Who stars in The Lighthouse?
Robert Pattinson as Thomas Howard; Willem Dafoe as Thomas Wake; Valeriia Karaman as Mermaid; Logan Hawkes as Ephraim Winslow; Kyla Nicolle as Woman on the Rocks; Shaun Clarke as Departing Wickie.
What is The Lighthouse rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Lighthouse?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/6149.

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