Fear of the Dark
2003, English. Directed by K.C. Bascombe.
Whatever Happens, Don't Close Your Eyes
Twelve year old Ryan Billings has been diagnosed with an acute fear of the dark. He spends each night lying awake in torment, waiting and watching as the evil in the darkness grows stronger, feeding off his fear. His older brother Dale, suspects that there is nothing wrong with Ryan and that this is just a ploy for more attention. Regardless, he promises to watch over his little brother as their parents head off to a party for the night. Outside a storm rages and when the power goes out, darkness envelops the house. Ryan knows that tonight the evil has finally come to claim him. Dale desperately tries everything to try and calm him down, until the horrors in the dark make him realize Ryan had good reason to be so afraid!
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- K.C. BascombeDirector
- Kevin ZegersDale Billings
- Jesse JamesRyan Billings
- Rachel SkarstenHeather Fontaine
- Charles Edwin PowellEric Billings
- Linda PurlSandy Bilings
- Daniel Rindress-KayTaylor
- Derrick Damon ReeveFigure Pulling Young Ryan
- Derrick Damon ReeveCloaked Tall Figure #1
- Charles-Etienne BurelleYoung Ryan
Details
- Released
- 28 September 2003
- Country
- Canada
- Written by
- John Sullivan
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Fear of the Dark: quick answers
Is Fear of the Dark worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.1/10 from 64 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Fear of the Dark?
Fear of the Dark runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
Does Fear of the Dark have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Fear of the Dark. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Fear of the Dark parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Fear of the Dark is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Fear of the Dark on?
Fear 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 Fear of the Dark?
If you liked Fear of the Dark, try Cobweb, Dust Bunny, Lights Out.
Who directed Fear of the Dark?
Fear of the Dark (2003) was directed by K.C. Bascombe and stars Kevin Zegers, Jesse James, Rachel Skarsten.