The Old Dark House
1932, English. Directed by James Whale.
Beware the night!
In a remote region of Wales, five travelers beset by a relentless storm find shelter in an old mansion.
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 323 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Old Dark House
The Old Dark House is streaming on Bloodstream and Artiflix in India.
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Details
- Released
- 20 October 1932
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Benn W. Levy
- Budget
- $250K
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What The Old Dark House is based on
The Old Dark House is based on Benighted, a 1927 novel by J. B. Priestley, published by Heinemann.
Novel · 1927
Benighted
By J. B. Priestley
Published by Heinemann
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The Old Dark House: quick answers
Is The Old Dark House worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 323 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Old Dark House?
The Old Dark House runs 70 minutes (1h 10m).
Does The Old Dark House have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Old Dark House. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Old Dark House parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Old Dark House yet.
Which OTT platform is The Old Dark House on?
The Old Dark House is streaming on Bloodstream and Artiflix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Old Dark House?
If you liked The Old Dark House, try The Nanny, The Tomb of Ligeia, The Hound of the Baskervilles.
Who directed The Old Dark House?
The Old Dark House (1932) was directed by James Whale and stars Boris Karloff, Melvyn Douglas, Charles Laughton.
What is The Old Dark House based on?
The Old Dark House is based on Benighted, a 1927 novel by J. B. Priestley, published by Heinemann.