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Night of the Eagle

1962·Movie
1h 30min·NR
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.9Metacritic73–
IMDb6.9Metacritic73–

Night of the Eagle fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Scare8
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Catharsis4
  • Nostalgia4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3

World

The mind, fantasy, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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You want fast pacingYou scare easily

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About

Do The Undead Demons Of Hell Still Arise To Terrorise The World?

A college professor who discovers that his wife has been practicing black magic for years forces her to stop but soon learns the true power of the occult.
Supernatural HorrorWitchcraftPsychological ThrillerCampus SettingAtmospheric TensionIntellectual HorrorSlow BurnDark Secrets

Crew

Directed by:
Sidney Hayers
Written by:
Richard Matheson, Charles Beaumont, George Baxt
Produced by:
Samuel Z. Arkoff, Albert Fennell
Composed by:
Len Shilton, William Alwyn

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Night of the Eagle

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Night of the Eagle legally?

PrimeScreenPixScreenPix Amazon Channel

Night of the Eagle is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Night of the Eagle worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.9 and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Night of the Eagle rated?

NRDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Night of the Eagle?

1 h 30 min

Night of the Eagle runs 1 h 30 min.

Is Night of the Eagle based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Night of the Eagle?

Critics73
Audiences69

Yes. Critics average 73 and audiences 69 out of 100, so both groups see Night of the Eagle much the same way.

What language is Night of the Eagle in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Night of the Eagle?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Night of the Eagle in 32 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Night of the Eagle use?

Living StatueSetting UpdateDead-Hand ShotStudent/Teacher RomanceAntagonist TitleImpairment ShotFalse Rape AccusationBurn the Witch!You Got MurderCrazy Jealous GuyStalker with a CrushSuicide by Seaand 6 more

TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Night of the Eagle, including Living Statue, Setting Update, Dead-Hand Shot.