Western Lights (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1990, Western Lights is a documentary, family and adventure film directed by Bernard Poggi, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. This documentary is about 12 French teenagers (ages 10 to 15) who sail a large sailing ship (with the help of two or three adults), following the same course Columbus followed from Spain to the Yucatan Peninsula, with stops at various Caribbean islands.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Western Lights has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Western Lights page.
If you liked it. Fans of Western Lights tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Western Lights (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Western Lights change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Western Lights worth watching?
- Western Lights holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary, family and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Western Lights released?
- Western Lights was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.