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The Night Stalker
1972·Movie
·1h 14min·NR·
The Night Stalker fingerprint
High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Nostalgia5
- Pathos4
Humor
Some dark humor and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Cringe Humor3
World
Mystery, fantasy, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion8
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Direction7
- Acting7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
The Night Stalker is tense, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Nostalgia5Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor and sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor and sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor3Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Physical Comedy2Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
World
MediumMystery, fantasy, and crime
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around mystery, fantasy, and crime. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion8Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability6Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity4Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Fantasy8Mythic worlds and magical systems.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Historical5Period settings and real events.
Craft
HighSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Novelty7Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Slow Burn5Gradual build with payoff.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
- Music Centrality5Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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A real horror story…
Wisecracking reporter Carl Kolchak investigates a string of murders in Las Vegas and suspects the culprit is a vampire. His editor thinks he's crazy and the police think he's a nuisance, so Kolchak takes matters into his own hands.
Vampire InvestigationWisecracking ReporterLas Vegas MurdersSupernatural CrimeSuspenseful MysteryKolchakNight StalkerDark Fantasy70s TV Movie
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Questions about The Night Stalker
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is The Night Stalker worth watching?
71
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is The Night Stalker rated?
NRViolence
It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.
How long is The Night Stalker?
1 h 14 min
The Night Stalker runs 1 h 14 min.
What language is The Night Stalker in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United States.
What tropes does The Night Stalker use?
Vampire VannabeJerkassNo Good Deed Goes UnpunishedKarma HoudiniNoun VerberMysterious PastOne-Man ArmyPragmatic AdaptationCharacterization Marches OnAdaptational Nice GuyLighter and SofterUngrateful Bastardand 14 more
TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for The Night Stalker, including Vampire Vannabe, Jerkass, No Good Deed Goes Unpunished.