The Light at the Edge of the World movie poster

The Light at the Edge of the World

"Jules Verne Takes You Over the Edge of the World!"

July 16, 1971 2h 8m 6.0/10 (51 votes)

Originally released in 1971. The Light at the Edge of the World is a adventure/drama film. directed by Kevin Billington. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Kirk Douglas, Yul Brynner, and Samantha Eggar

Synopsis

Pirates take over a lighthouse on a rocky island. They then execute a devious plan to cause ships to run aground, pillaging their wrecks. A lone member of the lighthouse crew survives, and he deperately fights their plot. A shipwrecked maiden that avoids the pirates slaughter soon complicates the situation.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 16, 1971 54 years ago
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Runtime 2h 8m 128 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Good (51 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America + 3 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Jetfilm
  • Triumfilm
  • Bryna Productions
  • National General Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Light at the Edge of the World about?

Pirates take over a lighthouse on a rocky island. They then execute a devious plan to cause ships to run aground, pillaging their wrecks. A lone member of the lighthouse crew survives, and he deper...

Who directed The Light at the Edge of the World?

The Light at the Edge of the World was directed by Kevin Billington.

How long is The Light at the Edge of the World?

The Light at the Edge of the World has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).

When was The Light at the Edge of the World released?

The Light at the Edge of the World was released on July 16, 1971 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Light at the Edge of the World?

The main cast of The Light at the Edge of the World includes Kirk Douglas, Yul Brynner, Samantha Eggar, Jean-Claude Drouot, Fernando Rey.