Something Wicked This Way Comes
1983, English. Directed by Jack Clayton.
What would you give a man who could make your deepest dream come true?
In a small American town, a diabolical circus arrives, granting wishes for the townsfolk, but twisted as only the esteemed Mr. Dark can make them. Can two young boys overcome the worst the devil himself can deal out?
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 222 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Something Wicked This Way Comes
Something Wicked This Way Comes is streaming on Disney Plus and History Vault in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jack ClaytonDirector
- Jason RobardsCharles Halloway
- Jonathan PryceMr. Dark
- Diane LaddMrs. Nightshade
- Royal DanoTom Fury
- Vidal PetersonWill Halloway
- Shawn CarsonJim Nightshade
- Mary Grace CanfieldMiss Foley
- Richard DavalosMr. Crosetti
- Jake DengelMr. Tetley
- Jack DodsonDr. Douglas
- Bruce M. FischerMr. Cooger
- Ellen GeerMrs. Halloway
Details
- Released
- 29 April 1983
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ray Bradbury
- Budget
- $20M
- Box office
- $8.4M
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What Something Wicked This Way Comes is based on
Something Wicked This Way Comes is based on Something Wicked This Way Comes, a 1962 novel by Ray Bradbury, published by Simon & Schuster.
Novel · 1962
Something Wicked This Way Comes
By Ray Bradbury
Published by Simon & Schuster
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Something Wicked This Way Comes: quick answers
Is Something Wicked This Way Comes worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 222 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Something Wicked This Way Comes?
Something Wicked This Way Comes runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Something Wicked This Way Comes have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Something Wicked This Way Comes. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Something Wicked This Way Comes parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Something Wicked This Way Comes is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Something Wicked This Way Comes on?
Something Wicked This Way Comes is streaming on Disney Plus and History Vault in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Something Wicked This Way Comes?
If you liked Something Wicked This Way Comes, try The Car, Red Riding Hood, The Haunting Hour: Don't Think About It.
Who directed Something Wicked This Way Comes?
Something Wicked This Way Comes (1983) was directed by Jack Clayton and stars Jason Robards, Jonathan Pryce, Diane Ladd.
What is Something Wicked This Way Comes based on?
Something Wicked This Way Comes is based on Something Wicked This Way Comes, a 1962 novel by Ray Bradbury, published by Simon & Schuster.