The Blue Light (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1932, The Blue Light is a fantasy, drama and mystery film directed by Leni Riefenstahl, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A young woman, Junta, lives apart from her village and, for her solitude and strangeness, is considered to be a witch; when she comes to the village for one reason or another, the townsfolk chase her away. They feel that she may in some way be responsible for the deaths of several young men of the village, who have felt compelled, one by one, to climb the local mountain - and fall to their deaths - on nights when the moon is full.
Who’s in it. The Blue Light stars Leni Riefenstahl as Junta, Mathias Wieman as Vigo, Beni Führer as Tonio and Max Holzboer as Innkeeper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Blue 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 The Blue Light page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blue Light 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 The Blue Light (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blue Light change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Blue Light worth watching?
- The Blue Light holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Blue Light?
- The Blue Light stars Leni Riefenstahl, Mathias Wieman, Beni Führer, Max Holzboer and Martha Mair.
- When was The Blue Light released?
- The Blue Light was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.