Distant Lights (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 7.4

Released in 2003, Distant Lights is a drama film directed by Hans-Christian Schmid, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Lichter is an episodic tale from Hans-Christian Schmid about the life on the border between Germany and Poland. The film sheds light on the everyday stories of escape and desperateness.
Who’s in it. Distant Lights stars Maria Simon as Sonja, Alice Dwyer as Katharina, Devid Striesow as Ingo and Sebastian Urzendowsky as Andreas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Distant Lights 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 Distant Lights page.
If you liked it. Fans of Distant Lights tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Distant Lights (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Distant Lights change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Distant Lights worth watching?
- Distant Lights holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Distant Lights?
- Distant Lights stars Maria Simon, Alice Dwyer, Devid Striesow, Sebastian Urzendowsky and August Diehl.
- When was Distant Lights released?
- Distant Lights was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.