Nightbooks
2021, English. Directed by David Yarovesky.
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Alex, a boy obsessed with scary stories, is trapped by a witch in her modern, magical New York City apartment. His original hair-raising tales are the only thing keeping him safe as he desperately tries to find a way out of this twisted place.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 455 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Nightbooks
Nightbooks is streaming on Netflix in India.
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NetflixAvailability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 15 September 2021
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Written by
- Mikki Daughtry, Tobias Iaconis
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Nightbooks: quick answers
Is Nightbooks worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 455 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Nightbooks?
Nightbooks runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Nightbooks have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Nightbooks. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Nightbooks parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Nightbooks is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Nightbooks on?
Nightbooks is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Nightbooks?
If you liked Nightbooks, try Mostly Ghostly 3: One Night in Doom House, The Witches, Coraline.
Who directed Nightbooks?
Nightbooks (2021) was directed by David Yarovesky and stars Winslow Fegley, Lidya Jewett, Krysten Ritter.