Light Years Away (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1981, Light Years Away is a fantasy and drama film directed by Alain Tanner, running about 107 minutes. “An old man with a secret... A young man seeking an answer...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young drifter meets up with a strange old man who claims that he has been taught to fly by birds
Who’s in it. Light Years Away stars Trevor Howard as Yoshka Poliakeff, Mick Ford as Jonas, Bernice Stegers as Betty and Henri Virlogeux as Le notaire, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Light Years Away 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 Light Years Away page.
If you liked it. Fans of Light Years Away tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Light Years Away (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Light Years Away change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Light Years Away worth watching?
- Light Years Away holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Light Years Away?
- Light Years Away stars Trevor Howard, Mick Ford, Bernice Stegers, Henri Virlogeux and Odile Schmitt.
- When was Light Years Away released?
- Light Years Away was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.