---
title: "The Lighthouse"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-lighthouse-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 503919
imdb_id: "tt7984734"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 109
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 5622
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Lighthouse (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-lighthouse-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Lighthouse is a 2019 American drama, fantasy, and thriller film. Directed and produced by Robert Eggers, the screenplay was co‑written with his brother Max Eggers. The picture stars Willem Dafoe and was released in the United States on October 18, 2019. With a running time of 1 hour 49 minutes, the story is set on a remote New England island in the 1890s. It follows two lighthouse keepers as they attempt to maintain their sanity while isolated in the harsh, isolated environment of the lighthouse. The film’s atmosphere emphasizes the psychological strain of confinement and the mysterious qualities of the setting. The production’s visual style and narrative focus on the characters’ deteriorating mental states, reflecting the broader themes of isolation and mythic dread. The Lighthouse has been categorized by its distributors as a blend of dramatic, fantastical, and thriller elements, aligning with the director’s reputation for atmospheric, period‑specific storytelling.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two men battle isolation and madness on a storm‑tossed lighthouse."

### Why Watch
- Stunning black‑and‑white cinematography
- Powerful performance by Willem Dafoe
- A blend of drama, fantasy, and thriller creates an unsettling mood

### Caveats & Content Note
- Intense, slow pacing may deter viewers seeking light entertainment
- Tone & Suitability: The film is intense and unsettling, featuring psychological dread and mature themes, best for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: slow-burn, psychological, atmospheric, claustrophobic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla, Tele Quebec | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | BINGE, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Foxtel Now | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Robert Eggers
- **Networks / Studios**: RT Features, Parts & Labor, A24

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Robert Pattinson** as *Thomas Howard*
- **Willem Dafoe** as *Thomas Wake*
- **Valeriia Karaman** as *Mermaid*
- **Logan Hawkes** as *Ephraim Winslow*
- **Kyla Nicolle** as *Woman on the Rocks*
- **Shaun Clarke** as *Departing Wickie*
- **Pierre Richard** as *Departing Assistant Wickie*
- **Preston Hudson** as *Tender Mate*
- **Jeff Cruts** as *Tender Mate*
- **Sully Seagull** as *Seagull*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed The Lighthouse?
The Lighthouse was directed by Robert Eggers.

### Q: When was The Lighthouse released in the United States?
It was released on October 18, 2019 in the US.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs for 1 hour and 49 minutes.

### Q: Who stars in The Lighthouse?
Willem Dafoe stars as one of the lighthouse keepers.

### Q: What genres describe The Lighthouse?
It is categorized as drama, fantasy, and thriller.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Lighthouse — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/503919)
- [The Lighthouse (2019 film)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Lighthouse_(2019_film))

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