Lighthouse (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2000, Lighthouse is a thriller and horror film directed by Simon Hunter, running about 95 minutes. “The brightest light hides your darkest fear” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A prison ship on its way to a remote island prison runs aground on rocks and sinks. Mixed survivors of cons and prison guards struggle ashore, only to discover to their horror that another survivor got there first - the murderous & psychotic Leo Rook. Stranded, with no means of escape or call for help, the survivors must face a night of terror as they struggle to survive.
Who’s in it. Lighthouse stars James Purefoy as Richard Spader, Rachel Shelley as Dr. Kirsty McCloud, Christopher Adamson as Leo Rook and Paul Brooke as Captain Campbell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Lighthouse has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lighthouse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lighthouse tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lighthouse (2000)?
- In US, Lighthouse is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Lighthouse worth watching?
- Lighthouse holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lighthouse?
- Lighthouse stars James Purefoy, Rachel Shelley, Christopher Adamson, Paul Brooke and Don Warrington.
- When was Lighthouse released?
- Lighthouse was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.