---
title: "A Ring of Endless Light"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-ring-of-endless-light-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 126934
imdb_id: "tt0282123"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 88
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 40
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# A Ring of Endless Light (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-ring-of-endless-light-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: A Ring of Endless Light
Year/Release Date: 2002 (08/23/2002 US)
Genre: Romance and Drama
Runtime: 1h 28m
Author of source material: Madeline L'Engle (teen novel)
Writers: Marita Giovanni and Bruce Graham
Characters:
Vicky Austin (15 years old)
Suzy (sister)
Rob (little brother)
Grandfather (retired Reverend Eaton)
Zachary Gray (rich but emotionally troubled)
Adam Eddington (17 years old)
Basil (a dolphin)
Plot points:
Vicky, Suzy, and Rob visit their grandfather on Seven Bay Island.
Grandfather appears seriously ill but pretends

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Greg Beeman
- **Networks / Studios**: Disney Channel

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mischa Barton** as *Vicky*
- **Ryan Merriman** as *Adam*
- **Jared Padalecki** as *Zach*
- **Scarlett Pomers** as *Suzy*
- **Soren Fulton** as *Rob*
- **James Whitmore** as *Grandfather*
- **Theresa Wong** as *Dr. Zand*
- **Penny Everingham** as *Cecily*
- **Christopher Kirby** as *Harbor Master Dan*
- **Steven Vidler** as *Mr. Gray*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Ring of Endless Light online?
A Ring of Endless Light is currently available to watch or stream on Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Ring of Endless Light worth watching?
A Ring of Endless Light holds a community rating of 6.6/10 based on 40 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Romance, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Ring of Endless Light and when was it released?
A Ring of Endless Light is a feature film with a runtime of 88 minutes. It was released in 2002. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Ring of Endless Light?
A Ring of Endless Light was directed by Greg Beeman.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Ring of Endless Light — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/126934)
- [A Ring of Endless Light](https://variety.com/)
- [A Ring of Endless Light](https://www.imdb.com/)

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