Darkest Hour
2018, English. Directed by Joe Wright.
Never give up. Never give in.
In May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler or fight on knowing that it could mean the end of the British Empire.
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- UA
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Where to watch Darkest Hour
Darkest Hour is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Joe WrightDirector
- Gary OldmanWinston Churchill
- Stephen DillaneViscount Halifax
- Lily JamesElizabeth Layton
- Ronald PickupNeville Chamberlain
- Ben MendelsohnKing George VI
- Kristin Scott ThomasClemmie
- Nicholas JonesSir John Simon
- Samuel WestSir Anthony Eden
- David SchofieldClement Atlee
- Richard LumsdenGeneral Ismay
- Malcolm StorryGeneral Ironside
- Hilton McRaeArthur Greenwood
Details
- Released
- 19 January 2018
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Anthony McCarten
- Budget
- $30M
- Box office
- $151M
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What Darkest Hour is based on
Darkest Hour is adapted from a real person.
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Darkest Hour: quick answers
Is Darkest Hour worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 5,700 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Darkest Hour?
Darkest Hour runs 125 minutes (2h 5m).
Does Darkest Hour have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Darkest Hour. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Darkest Hour parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Darkest Hour is rated UA in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Darkest Hour on?
Darkest Hour is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Darkest Hour?
If you liked Darkest Hour, try The Gathering Storm, Churchill, The Last Rifleman.
Who directed Darkest Hour?
Darkest Hour (2018) was directed by Joe Wright and stars Gary Oldman, Stephen Dillane, Lily James.
What is Darkest Hour based on?
Darkest Hour is adapted from a real person.