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The Dark

1979·Movie
1h 32min·R
36
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Scary and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Scare8
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Absurdist Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Crime, mystery, and the mind

  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchPure Escapism

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About

An alien mutilator stalks and kills human prey during the night.

At night the Mangler stalks the streets of Los Angeles, killing and mutilating random victims. On the trail are a TV reporter, the father of one of the victims, and a police detective, but despite their efforts only the mysterious psychic DeRenzy knows what the killer is and how to stop it.
Gothic HorrorMysteryCreature FeaturePsychic PowersNight StalkerSerial KillerAtmosphericGritty

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Dark legally?

The Dark is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, FlixFling, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads and Amazon MX Player. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Dark worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 4.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Dark rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Dark?

1 h 32 min

The Dark runs 1 h 32 min.

What language is The Dark in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Dark?

7AUCAGBGGINISUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Dark in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.