Dark Night of the Scarecrow
1981, English. Directed by Frank De Felitta.
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Bubba, an intellectually disabled man, is falsely accused of attacking a young girl. Disguised as a scarecrow, he hides in a cornfield, only to be hunted down and shot by four vigilante men. After they are acquitted due to lack of evidence, the men find themselves being stalked one by one.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 208 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Dark Night of the Scarecrow is streaming on Bloodstream in India.
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Cast & crew
- Frank De FelittaDirector
- Charles DurningOtis P. Hazelrigg
- Larry DrakeBubba Ritter
- Robert F. LyonsSkeeter Norris
- Claude Earl JonesPhilby
- Lane SmithHarless Hocker
- Tonya CroweMarylee Williams
- Jocelyn BrandoMrs. Ritter
- Tom TaylorD.A. Sam Willock
- Richard McKenzieJudge Henry
- Ivy JonesMrs. Willams
- James TartanMr. Williams
- Ed CallDefense Attorney
Details
- Released
- 24 October 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Butler Handcock, J.D. Feigelson
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Dark Night of the Scarecrow: quick answers
What comes after Dark Night of the Scarecrow?
Next in the series: Dark Night of the Scarecrow 2 (2022).
Is Dark Night of the Scarecrow worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 208 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dark Night of the Scarecrow?
Dark Night of the Scarecrow runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Dark Night of the Scarecrow have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dark Night of the Scarecrow. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Dark Night of the Scarecrow parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Dark Night of the Scarecrow is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Dark Night of the Scarecrow on?
Dark Night of the Scarecrow is streaming on Bloodstream in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dark Night of the Scarecrow?
If you liked Dark Night of the Scarecrow, try See No Evil, The Night Visitor, The Prowler.
Who directed Dark Night of the Scarecrow?
Dark Night of the Scarecrow (1981) was directed by Frank De Felitta and stars Charles Durning, Larry Drake, Robert F. Lyons.