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The Dark and the Wicked (2020)

โ€œShe told you not to comeโ€

6.1/10 ยท 565 votes 1h 35m nr DramaHorrorMystery

#199 of 234 films from 2020 #3383 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Bryan Bertino ยท Written by Bryan Bertino

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Overview

On a secluded farm in a nondescript rural town, a man is slowly dying. His family gathers to mourn, and soon a darkness grows, marked by waking nightmares and a growing sense that something evil is taking over the family.

Cast

Marin Irelandas Louise
Michael Abbott Jr.as Michael
Xander Berkeleyas Priest
Lynn Andrewsas Nurse
Julie Oliver-Touchstoneas Mother
Tom Nowickias Charlie
Ella Ballentineas Young Girl
Michael Zagstas Father
Mel Cowanas Doctor
Mindy Raymondas Becky
Chris Doubekas Funeral Director

Facts

Release dateApril 16, 2020
Runtime95 min (1h 35m) โ€” about the same as the 2020 average of 103 min
GenresDrama, Horror, Mystery
LanguageEN
Box office$736,153
IMDbtt10229558

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The StrangersThe Strangers2008 ยท โ˜… 6.1 ยท 1h 26m The MonsterThe Monster2016 ยท โ˜… 5.5 ยท 1h 31m

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Questions

How long is The Dark and the Wicked?
The Dark and the Wicked runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Is The Dark and the Wicked worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.1/10 across 565 votes, which places it #199 of 234 films released in 2020 in this index (top 15%) and #3383 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Dark and the Wicked?
The Dark and the Wicked was directed by Bryan Bertino. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Strangers (2008), The Monster (2016).
Who stars in The Dark and the Wicked?
Marin Ireland as Louise; Michael Abbott Jr. as Michael; Xander Berkeley as Priest; Lynn Andrews as Nurse; Julie Oliver-Touchstone as Mother; Tom Nowicki as Charlie.
What is The Dark and the Wicked rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Dark and the Wicked?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/181887.

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