Colors in the Dark (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 6.4

Colors in the Dark poster

Released in 2011, Colors in the Dark is a drama and family film directed by Sophie Heldman, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Anita and Fred have been a couple for 50 years, and happily married for nearly as long. They have two grown children, and their grandchildren are finishing school. Both can look back at a fulfilling past, but their lives are still rich and vibrant. The fact that Fred is terribly ill has been hidden from the family. For the first time in all these years, Fred takes some liberties, which his wife interprets as an affront. Never before has she felt so abandoned. Although she starts to question her relationship, a love like theirs cannot end so easily. Indeed it should never end.

Who’s in it. Colors in the Dark stars Bruno Ganz as Fred, Senta Berger as Anita, Barnaby Metschurat as Patrick and Carina Wiese as Karoline, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Colors in the Dark has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.7M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Colors in the Dark page.

If you liked it. Fans of Colors in the Dark tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Colors in the Dark (2011)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Colors in the Dark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Colors in the Dark worth watching?
Colors in the Dark holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Colors in the Dark?
Colors in the Dark stars Bruno Ganz, Senta Berger, Barnaby Metschurat, Carina Wiese and Leonie Benesch.
When was Colors in the Dark released?
Colors in the Dark was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.