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Lights Out

2016, English. Directed by David F. Sandberg.

You were right to be afraid of the dark.

Rebecca must unlock the terror behind her little brother's experiences that once tested her sanity, bringing her face to face with a supernatural spirit attached to their mother.

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Runtime
1h 21m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
A

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.4/10 from 4,309 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Where to watch Lights Out

Lights Out is streaming on Netflix in India.

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Released
22 July 2016
Country
United States of America
Written by
Eric Heisserer
Budget
$4.9M
Box office
$149M
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What Lights Out is based on

Lights Out is adapted from a short film.

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Is Lights Out worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 4,309 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Lights Out?

Lights Out runs 81 minutes (1h 21m).

Does Lights Out have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Lights Out. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Lights Out parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Lights Out is rated A in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Lights Out on?

Lights Out is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)

What movies are like Lights Out?

If you liked Lights Out, try Mama, Oculus, Insidious: Chapter 3.

Who directed Lights Out?

Lights Out (2016) was directed by David F. Sandberg and stars Teresa Palmer, Maria Bello, Gabriel Bateman.

What is Lights Out based on?

Lights Out is adapted from a short film.

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