Light Fantastic (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1964, Light Fantastic is a drama and romance film directed by Robert McCarty, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. In this romantic drama, a plain, lonely secretary wins three dance lessons. Her handsome instructor tells her that she is quite talented and cons her into signing a long-term contract. She soon finds herself in love with him, and an affair begins. The normally cold-hearted instructor is surprised when he finds himself genuinely returning her affections. Trouble ensues when she dances with another instructor who gives her exactly the same sales pitch.
Who’s in it. Light Fantastic stars Dolores McDougal as Beverly, Barry Bartle as Stephen, Jean Shepherd as Frank and Lesley Woods as Mrs. Sharpe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Light Fantastic 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 Light Fantastic page.
If you liked it. Fans of Light Fantastic tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Light Fantastic (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Light Fantastic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Light Fantastic worth watching?
- Light Fantastic holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Light Fantastic?
- Light Fantastic stars Dolores McDougal, Barry Bartle, Jean Shepherd, Lesley Woods and Nicolas Coster.
- When was Light Fantastic released?
- Light Fantastic was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.