
Dancer in the Dark
In a world of shadows, she found the light of life.
A Czech immigrant in 1960s America escapes into musicals while working long hours in poverty. Struggling with hereditary blindness, she is determined to secure her son’s future and will sacrifice everything to ensure he receives the operation that could spare him from her fate.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Dancer in the Dark
- Genres: Drama, Crime
- Release Date: 2000-09-01
- Runtime: 140 minutes
- Rating: 7.868/10 (1888 votes)
- Budget: $12,500,000
- Revenue: $40,061,153
- Production Companies: Zentropa Entertainments, DR, SVT Drama, ARTE, France 3 Cinéma, Blind Spot Pictures, Liberator Productions, Íslenska kvikmyndasamsteypan, Pain Unlimited Filmproduktion, Trust Film Svenska, Cinematograph, What Else?, ARTE France Cinéma, Film i Väst, WDR
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 6.3662
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Björk
as Selma Jezkova

Catherine Deneuve
as Kathy

David Morse
as Bill Houston

Peter Stormare
as Jeff

Joel Grey
as Oldrich Novy

Cara Seymour
as Linda Houston

Vladica Kostic
as Gene Jezkova

Jean-Marc Barr
as Norman

Vincent Paterson
as Samuel

Siobhan Fallon Hogan
as Brenda
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dancer in the Dark?▼
Dancer in the Dark is a Drama, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 2000-09-01.
Who are the main actors in Dancer in the Dark?▼
The main cast includes Björk, Catherine Deneuve, David Morse, Peter Stormare, Joel Grey, .
Where can I watch Dancer in the Dark online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Dancer in the Dark is available.
Is Dancer in the Dark based on a true story?▼
In a world of shadows, she found the light of life.
What is the IMDb rating of Dancer in the Dark?▼
Dancer in the Dark has an IMDb rating of 7.868/10 based on 1888 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Dancer in the Dark?▼
The movie had a production budget of $12,500,000 and earned $40,061,153 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Dancer in the Dark?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Zentropa Entertainments, DR, SVT Drama, ARTE, France 3 Cinéma, Blind Spot Pictures, Liberator Productions, Íslenska kvikmyndasamsteypan, Pain Unlimited Filmproduktion, Trust Film Svenska, Cinematograph, What Else?, ARTE France Cinéma, Film i Väst, WDR. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Dancer in the Dark filmed?▼
Dancer in the Dark was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Dancer in the Dark?▼
The total runtime of Dancer in the Dark is 140 minutes.
Is Dancer in the Dark suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Dancer in the Dark?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Dancer in the Dark.
Does Dancer in the Dark have a post-credit scene?▼
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