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The Old Dark House

1932·Movie
1h 10min

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The Old Dark House fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Scare8
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5
  • Nostalgia5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor4
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

History, mystery, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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You want fast pacingYou scare easily

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About

Beware the night!

In a remote region of Wales, five travelers beset by a relentless storm find shelter in an old mansion.
Gothic HorrorOld Dark HouseMystery and SuspenseClaustrophobic AtmosphereStormy NightEccentric CharactersSlow BurnClassic Cinema

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Old Dark House

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Where can I stream The Old Dark House legally?

The Old Dark House is included with a subscription to Philo, FlixFling, Bloodstream, and Artiflix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fawesome, and Cineverse. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Old Dark House worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7 and Rotten Tomatoes 97%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Old Dark House rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is The Old Dark House?

1 h 10 min

The Old Dark House runs 1 h 10 min.

Is The Old Dark House based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Old Dark House?

Critics97
Audiences70

Not quite. Critics rate The Old Dark House higher (97) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Old Dark House in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Old Dark House?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Old Dark House in 138 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.