Dark Star
1974, English. Directed by John Carpenter.
The spaced out odyssey.
A group of scientists are sent on a mission to destroy unstable planets. Twenty years into their mission, they have to battle their alien mascot as well as a "sensitive" and intelligent bombing device that starts to question the meaning of its existence.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 687 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Dark Star
Dark Star is streaming on Cultpix and Bloodstream in India.
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Cast & crew
- John CarpenterDirector
- Brian NarelleLt. Doolittle
- Cal KuniholmBoiler
- Dan O'BannonSgt. Pinback alias Bill Fruge
- Dre PahichTalby
- Adam BeckenbaughBomb #20 (voice)
- Nick CastleAlien
- Joe SaundersCommander Powell (voice)
- Cookie KnappMuttercomputer (voice)
- Alan SheretzBomb #19 (voice)
- John CarpenterTalby Voice
- Miles WatkinsWatkins - Mission Control
Details
- Released
- 30 March 1974
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dan O'Bannon, John Carpenter
- Budget
- $60K
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Dark Star: quick answers
Is Dark Star worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 687 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dark Star?
Dark Star runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
Does Dark Star have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dark Star. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Dark Star parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Dark Star is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Dark Star on?
Dark Star is streaming on Cultpix and Bloodstream in India. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dark Star?
If you liked Dark Star, try Sleeper, The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension, The Adam Project.
Who directed Dark Star?
Dark Star (1974) was directed by John Carpenter and stars Brian Narelle, Cal Kuniholm, Dan O'Bannon.