Don't Be Afraid of the Dark
1973, English. Directed by John Newland.
Now you see them, now you don't...now you die.
A young couple inherits an old mansion inhabited by small demon-like creatures who are determined to make the wife one of their own.
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 108 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Don't Be Afraid of the Dark
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 10 October 1973
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nigel McKeand
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Don't Be Afraid of the Dark: quick answers
Is Don't Be Afraid of the Dark worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 108 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Don't Be Afraid of the Dark?
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark runs 74 minutes (1h 14m).
Does Don't Be Afraid of the Dark have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Don't Be Afraid of the Dark. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Don't Be Afraid of the Dark yet.
Which OTT platform is Don't Be Afraid of the Dark on?
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Don't Be Afraid of the Dark?
If you liked Don't Be Afraid of the Dark, try Mr. Boogedy, The Haunted, The Evil.
Who directed Don't Be Afraid of the Dark?
Don't Be Afraid of the Dark (1973) was directed by John Newland and stars Kim Darby, Jim Hutton, William Demarest.