Let There Be Light
1946, English. Directed by John Huston.
The final entry in a trilogy of films produced for the U.S. government by John Huston. Some returning combat veterans suffer scars that are more psychological than physical. This film follows patients and staff during their treatment. It deals with what would now be called PTSD, but at the time was categorised as psychoneurosis or shell-shock. Government officials deemed this 1946 film counterproductive to postwar efforts; it was not shown publicly until 1981.
- Runtime
- 0h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Let There Be Light is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India.
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Details
- Released
- 16 December 1946
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Huston, Charles Kaufman
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Let There Be Light: quick answers
Is Let There Be Light worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 48 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Let There Be Light?
Let There Be Light runs 58 minutes (0h 58m).
Does Let There Be Light have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Let There Be Light. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Let There Be Light parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Let There Be Light on?
Let There Be Light is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Let There Be Light?
If you liked Let There Be Light, try Father Soldier Son, Korengal, Why We Fight: Prelude to War.
Who directed Let There Be Light?
Let There Be Light (1946) was directed by John Huston and stars Walter Huston.