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They Wait in the Dark

2022·Movie
1h 25min
IMDb3.5Rotten Tomatoes93%40%

Where to watch

PrimePhiloScreamboxFilmzie

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They Wait in the Dark fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and scary

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Scare8
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4
  • Family Dynamics4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Novelty5

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout sound design

  • Sound Centrality8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Amy, a young woman is on the run with her young son Adrian from her abusive ex-girlfriend. When the past rises up to haunt them, they must confront the forces threatening them from both outside and in.
Psychological HorrorDomestic ThrillerClaustrophobic AtmosphereTrauma ResponseVisceral ViolenceUnreliable PerceptionSound Design HeavyDark & Bleak ToneSurvival InstinctCharacter Study

Crew

Directed by:
Patrick Rea
Written by:
Patrick Rea

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about They Wait in the Dark

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream They Wait in the Dark legally?

PrimePhiloScreamboxFilmzie

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

Is They Wait in the Dark worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 3.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 93%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is They Wait in the Dark rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imageryStrong language

Content advisories: violence, disturbing imagery, and strong language.

How long is They Wait in the Dark?

1 h 25 min

They Wait in the Dark runs 1 h 25 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on They Wait in the Dark?

Critics93
Audiences38

Not quite. Critics rate They Wait in the Dark higher (93) than audiences (38). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is They Wait in the Dark in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch They Wait in the Dark?

21ARBMBOBRCACLCOCRECGBGGGTHNIE+7

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for They Wait in the Dark in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.