The Black Dahlia
2006, English. Directed by Brian De Palma.
Inspired by the most notorious unsolved murder in California history.
In 1940s Los Angeles, two former boxers-turned-cops must grapple with corruption, narcissism, stag films and family madness as they pursue the killer of an aspiring young actress.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch The Black Dahlia
The Black Dahlia is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India.
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Cast & crew
- Brian De PalmaDirector
- Josh HartnettBucky Bleichert
- Scarlett JohanssonKay Lake
- Aaron EckhartLee Blanchard
- Hilary SwankMadeleine Linscott
- Mia KirshnerElizabeth Short
- Mike StarrRuss Millard
- Fiona ShawRamona Linscott
- Patrick FischlerEllis Loew
- James OtisDolph Bleichert
- John KavanaghEmmett Linscott
- Troy EvansChief Green
- Anthony RussellMorrie Friedman
Details
- Released
- 15 September 2006
- Country
- United States of America, France, Germany
- Written by
- Josh Friedman
- Budget
- $50M
- Box office
- $49M
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What The Black Dahlia is based on
The Black Dahlia is based on The Black Dahlia (1987) by James Ellroy, published by Mysterious Press.
1987
The Black Dahlia
By James Ellroy
Published by Mysterious Press
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The Black Dahlia: quick answers
Is The Black Dahlia worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 1,271 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Black Dahlia?
The Black Dahlia runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Does The Black Dahlia have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Black Dahlia. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Black Dahlia parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Black Dahlia is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Black Dahlia on?
The Black Dahlia is streaming on Lionsgate Play in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Black Dahlia?
If you liked The Black Dahlia, try Righteous Kill, Farewell, My Lovely, Shimmer Lake.
Who directed The Black Dahlia?
The Black Dahlia (2006) was directed by Brian De Palma and stars Josh Hartnett, Scarlett Johansson, Aaron Eckhart.
What is The Black Dahlia based on?
The Black Dahlia is based on The Black Dahlia (1987) by James Ellroy, published by Mysterious Press.