Darkness in the Light (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2001, Darkness in the Light is a drama film directed by Kei Kumai, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. A middle-aged salaryman with a typical family, living quietly in a provincial city (Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture), wakes up one morning in the summer of 1994 to find himself the prime suspect in the biggest mass-murder case of the decade.
Who’s in it. Darkness in the Light stars Kiichi Nakai as Makoto Sasano, Akira Terao as Toshio Kanbe, Naomi Hosokawa as Keiko Hanazawa and Nagiko Tono as Emi Shimao, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Darkness in the Light has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Darkness in the Light page.
If you liked it. Fans of Darkness in the Light tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Darkness in the Light (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Darkness in the Light change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Darkness in the Light worth watching?
- Darkness in the Light holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Darkness in the Light?
- Darkness in the Light stars Kiichi Nakai, Akira Terao, Naomi Hosokawa, Nagiko Tono and Yukiya Kitamura.
- When was Darkness in the Light released?
- Darkness in the Light was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.