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Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (1973)
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A young couple inherits an old mansion inhabited by small demon-like creatures who are determined to make the wife one of their own.
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EnergyRising and charged
ToneEpic and aspirational
ExperienceGrowth, power, and escalation
Best suited fordark tension and unsettling atmosphere
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Heavy in toneConflict carries the weightNot a casual watch
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Viewer insight Don't Be Afraid of the Dark is a 1973 film in the Horror / TV Movie category from United States. Directed by John Newland. Starring Kim Darby and Jim Hutton. Runtime: about 74 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 6.0/10.
Genre: Horror / TV Movie, Released in 1973, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 74 minutes, Starring Kim Darby and Jim Hutton.
Runtime
74 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Kim Darby
Sally Farnham
Jim Hutton
Alex Farnham
William Demarest
Mr. Harris
Barbara Anderson
Joan Kahn
Pedro Armendáriz Jr.
Francisco Perez
Lesley Woods
Ethyl
Robert Cleaves
Doctor
Sterling Swanson
Policeman
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Joel Lawrence
George Kahn
William Sylvester
Tom Henderson
Don Mallon
Bob
Celia Milius
Anne
Elizabeth St. Clair
Party Guest
Monika Henreid
Party Guest
Director: John Newland
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1What is movie Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (1973)?
It is a movie released in 1973 within the Horror, TV Movie category.
2What is the story of Don't Be Afraid of the Dark?
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4What is the rating of Don't Be Afraid of the Dark?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 6.0/10 based on 96 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Don't Be Afraid of the Dark?
Its runtime is about 74 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Don't Be Afraid of the Dark best suited for?
A dark viewing experience that leans on unease, tension, and atmosphere more than comfort or easygoing entertainment.
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