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Empire of Light

6.620221h 55mRMovieDramaRomance

The duty manager of a seaside cinema, who is struggling with her mental health, forms a relationship with a new employee on the south coast of England in the 1980s.

DirectorSam Mendes
WriterSam Mendes
ProducersSam Mendes·Pippa Harris

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Cast · Directed by Sam Mendes

OCOlivia Colman
Olivia Colman
Hilary
MWMicheal Ward
Micheal Ward
Stephen
TJToby Jones
Toby Jones
Norman
CFColin Firth
Colin Firth
Donald Ellis
TBTom Brooke
Tom Brooke
Neil
TMTanya Moodie
Tanya Moodie
Delia
HOHannah Onslow
Hannah Onslow
Janine
CCCrystal Clarke
Crystal Clarke
Ruby
MDMonica Dolan
Monica Dolan
Rosemary Bates
RCRon Cook
Ron Cook
Mr. Cooper
SSSara Stewart
Sara Stewart
Brenda Ellis
JEJustin Edwards
Justin Edwards
Jim Booth

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Empire of Light — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Empire of Light?

Empire of Light is streaming on fuboTV and YouTube TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Empire of Light on Netflix?

No, Empire of Light is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and YouTube TV.

Is Empire of Light on Amazon Prime Video?

Empire of Light isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Empire of Light for free?

Empire of Light is available on fuboTV and YouTube TV in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.