Dark Blue World (2001): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Dark Blue World is a 2001 action drama directed by Jan Sverák, starring Krystof Hádek and Ondrej Vetchý. It runs 1 hour 52 minutes and earned $2.4 million worldwide. Critics gave it 62% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 52m (112 min)
- Director
- Jan Sverák
- Original language
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Czech - Studio
- Sony Pictures Classics
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Dark Blue World About?
The premise of Dark Blue World without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
As war approaches, Czech fighter pilot Jan takes young Franta under his wing. When Czechoslovakia is invaded by the Nazis in 1939, the two men escape to England and join the Royal Air Force. There, they form strong bonds with other pilots, facing the challenges of aerial combat and the profound impact of their decisions during wartime. Their experiences forge an enduring connection that will resonate throughout their lives.
Dark Blue World Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- european history
- pilot as protagonist
- bailing out of an airplane
- dog
- male female relationship
- prison
- post world war two
- battle of britain
- love triangle
- international relations
- air force
- army
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- royal air force
- nazi occupation of czechia
- central european history
- german in czech republic
- 1950s
- male star appears shirtless
- czech british relations
- nazi occupation of czechoslovakia
- german history
- prague czech republic
- kobylisy czechia
- czech german relations
- czech in united kingdom
- 20th century
- german in czechia
- 1930s
- german occupation of czech republic
- czech abroad
- german occupation of czechia
- olomouc czechia
- central europe
- german abroad
- prague czechia
- airplane crashes into the ocean
- friendship
- england
- pilot
- labor camp
- prisoner
- female topless nudity
- melodrama
- loss of friend
- english teacher
- teacher
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- arrest
- incarceration
- written by cast member
Dark Blue World Cast
Krystof Hádek leads the cast, with Ondrej Vetchý. Directed by Jan Sverák.
- Director Jan Sverák
Dark Blue World Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Dark Blue World 62% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 62% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 83%
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Metacritic 56 Metascore
User score 5.0
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TMDB 70% User score
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Dark Blue World Plot Summary
What happens in Dark Blue World from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the tense atmosphere of 1950, amid the Cold War, we meet František (Franta) Sláma, portrayed by Ondřej Vetchý, who finds himself imprisoned in Czechoslovakia due to his previous service in the RAF. As he reflects on his past, memories flood back to 1939, just days before the dreaded German invasion of his homeland. With the swift disbandment of the Czechoslovak Army, soldiers like Franta and his close companion Karel Vojtíšek, played by Kryštof Hádek, refuse to surrender, choosing instead to flee to the United Kingdom and join the RAF.
Full summary
The whole story of Dark Blue World, scene by scene
Dark Blue World Box Office
Dark Blue World grossed $2.4 million worldwide. $258,771 came from the US and Canada and $2.1 million (89%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$2.4M
- US & Canada
- $258.8K
- International
- $2.1M
Dark Blue World Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 behind-the-scenes video.
- Behind the Scenes Tmavomodrý svět - Film o Filmu
How Well Do You Know Dark Blue World?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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In which year does the main character František Sláma find himself imprisoned?
Cars in Dark Blue World
22 cars on screen, including the 1987 Chevrolet Caprice and the 1971 Buick Riviera.
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1987 Chevrolet Caprice Main role -
1971 Buick Riviera Important role -
1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Important role -
1978 Ford Thunderbird Important role
Dark Blue World Also Known As
10 alternative titles, including “Sötétkék égbolt” and “Num Céu Azul Escuro”.
- Also known as
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- Sötétkék égbolt
- Num Céu Azul Escuro
- Зияющая синева
- Det djupa blå
- Un mundo azul oscuro
- Тъмно син свят
- 烈日长虹
- Ciemnoniebieski świat
- Tmavomodrý svet
- 다크 블루 월드
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Dark Blue World FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Dark Blue World, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Dark Blue World?
Dark Blue World runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).
When was Dark Blue World released?
Dark Blue World was released on December 28, 2001.
Who directed Dark Blue World?
Dark Blue World was directed by Jan Sverák.
Who is in the cast of Dark Blue World?
Dark Blue World stars Krystof Hádek and Ondrej Vetchý.
How much did Dark Blue World make at the box office?
Dark Blue World grossed $2.4 million worldwide ($258,771 domestic, $2.1 million international).
How is Dark Blue World rated?
Dark Blue World has 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, 56 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.
Does Dark Blue World have a post-credit scene?
No. Dark Blue World has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Dark Blue World in?
The original language of Dark Blue World is Czech.
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