The Shadows Grow Longer (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1961, The Shadows Grow Longer is a drama film directed by Ladislao Vajda, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. The Shadows Grow Longer (German: Die Schatten werden länger) is a 1961 Swiss drama film directed by Ladislao Vajda. The film was selected as the Swiss entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 34th Academy Awards, but was not nominated.
Who’s in it. The Shadows Grow Longer stars Barbara Rütting as Christa Andres, Loni von Friedl as Erika Schöner, Hansjörg Felmy as Max and Luise Ullrich as Frau Diethelm, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Shadows Grow Longer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shadows Grow Longer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shadows Grow Longer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shadows Grow Longer (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shadows Grow Longer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shadows Grow Longer worth watching?
- The Shadows Grow Longer holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shadows Grow Longer?
- The Shadows Grow Longer stars Barbara Rütting, Loni von Friedl, Hansjörg Felmy, Luise Ullrich and Fred Tanner.
- When was The Shadows Grow Longer released?
- The Shadows Grow Longer was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.