6.2
Where can I stream The Shadow-Line legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for The Shadow-Line in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
The Shadow-Line
1976·Movie
The Shadow-Line fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, no humor.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension7
- Adrenaline5
- Fast Pace4
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor3
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Absurdist Humor2
World
History and the mind
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Rewatchability6
Craft
Standout characters
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Music Centrality7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
The Shadow-Line is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics2Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance1Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
NoneA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor3Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody2Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
World
MediumHistory and the mind
Its world is built around history and the mind.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery5Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary5Perspectives on society and norms.
All craft traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality7The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want fast pacing
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Andrzej Wajda's English-language film of a novella by Józef Teodor Konrad Korzeniowski, aka Joseph Conrad, about a young man in his first command as a sea captain. A series of crises prove incredibly difficult for his new authority, for the sea is curiously becalmed and the crew is weakened by feverish malaria. When the first mate's fear convinces many that the ship is haunted and cursed by the malevolent spirit of the previous captain, the young man must cope with their superstition as well as the conspicuous absence of much-needed medicine.
Nautical DramaPsychological TensionLeadership ChallengesMoral DilemmaAtmosphericClaustrophobicHistorical SettingCharacter Study
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like The Shadow-Line
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: The Shadow-Line
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with The Shadow-Line
The Shadow-Line1976
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Slow West (2015)Odd Man Out (1947)The Children's Hour (1961)Cold War (2018)Jane Eyre (2011)The Fallen Idol (1948)Fitzcarraldo (1982)The Master (2012)The Vanishing (2019)Wildlife (2018)Death in Venice (1971)Sophie's Choice (1982)The Last Detail (1973)The Homesman (2014)The Power of the Dog (2021)The Conformist (1971)Suspicion (1941)The Assassin (2015)A Place in the Sun (1951)Remember (2015)Nights of Cabiria (1957)Tess (1979)Blackthorn (2011)Moby Dick (1956)Jude (1996)Burnt by the Sun (1994)Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975)The Butcher (1970)Happening (2021)Atonement (2007)Gorky Park (1983)Europa (1991)The Beguiled (2017)News of the World (2020)Only Angels Have Wings (1939)Godland (2022)The Age of Shadows (2016)Wuthering Heights (1939)Grand Hotel (1932)Ash Is Purest White (2018)Straight Time (1978)Bad Day at Black Rock (1955)Ride the High Country (1962)Frantz (2016)High Noon (1952)Equus (1977)The Marriage of Maria Braun (1979)Johnny Got His Gun (1971)The Deep Blue Sea (2011)Marnie (1964)The Wonder (2022)Motherless Brooklyn (2019)Last Train from Gun Hill (1959)The Red Violin (1998)The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948)Transit (2018)Sugar (2024)Loving Vincent (2017)One-Eyed Jacks (1961)Wuthering Heights (2011)The Mastermind (2025)Eileen (2023)Music Box (1989)Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about The Shadow-Line
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Shadow-Line worth watching?
63
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Shadow-Line?
1 h 40 min
The Shadow-Line runs 1 h 40 min.
What language is The Shadow-Line in?
PolishEnglish
It was made in Polish, with some English. Produced in Poland, United Kingdom.