The Commissar of Light (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1966, The Commissar of Light is a drama film directed by Dhimitër Anagnosti, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. After World War II, more than 85% of the Albanian people were illiterate. Partisan soldier Dritan Shkaba is tasked with opening new schools in north Albania to enlighten the population.
Who’s in it. The Commissar of Light stars Rikard Ljarja as Dritan Shkaba, Roza Anagnosti as Rudina, Ndrek Luca as Prifti Dom Pali and Ndrek Prela as Gjyshi i Dritanit, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Commissar of Light has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Commissar of Light page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Commissar of Light tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Commissar of Light (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Commissar of Light change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Commissar of Light worth watching?
- The Commissar of Light holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Commissar of Light?
- The Commissar of Light stars Rikard Ljarja, Roza Anagnosti, Ndrek Luca, Ndrek Prela and Mihal Stefa.
- When was The Commissar of Light released?
- The Commissar of Light was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.