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Dancer in the Dark Review (2000) — 71% Celluloid Score

Directed by Lars von Trier · 2000 ·

Short answer

Is Dancer in the Dark worth watching?

Yes. Dancer in the Dark (2000) earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (84%) responded more warmly than critics (69%). See the 4 inputs.

71%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

69% Editorial Rating
84% Audience snapshot · excluded
61 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.8
7.9 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 20m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · MA 15+ (Australia) · 14A (Canada) · 12 (South Korea)
Cast
Björk , Catherine Deneuve , David Morse , Peter Stormare , Joel Grey , Cara Seymour , Vladica Kostic , Jean-Marc Barr , Vincent Paterson , Siobhan Fallon Hogan
Streaming
MUBI
Country
Denmark
Language
English

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Where to watch

  • MUBI

Rent: Google Play, YouTube

Buy: Google Play, YouTube

Where to watch Dancer in the Dark by country

Country Streaming on
India MUBI
Japan Netflix, Prime Video, U-NEXT
Pakistan MUBI
Turkey MUBI
United Kingdom BFI Player
United States MUBI

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (69/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (84%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (61/100).
  • Celluloid Score 71% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics

Not ideal for

  • Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films

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Is Dancer in the Dark worth watching?

Yes — Dancer in the Dark earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.

Celluloid verdict

Dancer in the Dark — Palme d'Or at Cannes 2000. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

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Audiences (84%) responded more warmly than critics (69%).

What is Dancer in the Dark about?

Selma, a Czech immigrant on the verge of blindness, struggles to make ends meet for herself and her son, who has inherited the same genetic disorder and will suffer the same fate without an expensive operation. When life gets too difficult, Selma learns to cope through her love of musicals, dreaming up little numbers to the rhythmic beats of her surroundings.

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Dancer in the Dark: frequently asked questions

Is Dancer in the Dark worth watching?

Yes. Dancer in the Dark (2000) has a Celluloid Score of 71%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

Where can I watch Dancer in the Dark?

In the United States, Dancer in the Dark streams on MUBI with a subscription, and you can rent it from Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: MUBI in India; Netflix, Prime Video, U-NEXT in Japan; MUBI in Pakistan; MUBI in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is Dancer in the Dark?

Dancer in the Dark runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).

What is Dancer in the Dark rated?

Dancer in the Dark is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, MA 15+ in Australia, 14A in Canada and 12 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in Dancer in the Dark?

Dancer in the Dark is directed by Lars von Trier and stars Björk, Catherine Deneuve, David Morse, Peter Stormare, Joel Grey.

What is the Metascore for Dancer in the Dark?

Metacritic's Metascore for Dancer in the Dark is 61 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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