The Grim & The Dark
2025, English. Directed by Daniel Lowman.
The Search For John Blanche
When looking for a gift for his kid, Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite) is introduced to the world of Grimdark. In that moment he starts down a journey that will take him all over the world and through interviews with prominent Grimdark authors, game developers, and dedicated fans, he delves into the themes that define the genre—all in an effort to find the man who started it all: John Blanche.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 19 September 2025
- Country
- United States of America
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The Grim & The Dark: quick answers
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How long is The Grim & The Dark?
The Grim & The Dark runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does The Grim & The Dark have a post-credits scene?
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The Grim & The Dark parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Grim & The Dark is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Grim & The Dark on?
The Grim & The Dark isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Grim & The Dark?
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Who directed The Grim & The Dark?
The Grim & The Dark (2025) was directed by Daniel Lowman and stars Jon Heder, John Blanche, Anna Smith Spark.