Video game adaptations are currently experiencing a surge in popularity, with recent releases like A Minecraft Movie, the Devil May Cry anime, and the ongoing The Last of Us Season 2. Adding to this trend is the new movie inspired by Sony's 2015 survival horror game, Until Dawn.
Until Dawn originally captivated audiences during the peak of the YouTube "Let's Play" era, offering an engaging experience that was just as enjoyable to watch as it was to play. The game was known for its high-quality cinematics, impactful in-game choices, and memorable jump scares.
However, the Until Dawn movie takes a different approach, drawing more inspiration from its name than its source material. As noted in IGN's review, the film "shares a title and some key details with the game that inspired it, though it mostly tries to do its own thing – to mixed results." Despite these deviations, the allure of horror and sheer curiosity make it an intriguing watch.
For those eager to see Until Dawn on the big screen or curious about its streaming availability, here are the key details:
**How to Watch Until Dawn** ----------------------------Until Dawn premiered in theaters on Friday, April 25. You can find showtimes near you at popular theater chains such as:
- Fandango
- Regal Theaters
- AMC Theaters
- Cinemark Theaters
- Alamo Drafthouse
Until Dawn Streaming Release Date
Until Dawn will be available to stream on Netflix, thanks to a licensing agreement with Sony Pictures Entertainment. Following the trend of recent Sony releases like Venom: The Last Dance and Saturday Night, which hit Netflix four months after their theatrical debut, Until Dawn is expected to be available for streaming around August 25.
What About VOD?
Before it lands on Netflix, Until Dawn will be accessible through digital marketplaces like Prime Video. The VOD release date can vary, often depending on the movie's box office performance. However, with shorter theatrical windows becoming more common, Until Dawn might be available for rental by the end of May.
What Is Until Dawn About?
While technically inspired by the 2014 survival horror game, the Until Dawn movie introduces a new cast and a standalone narrative. The official synopsis reads:
"One year after her sister disappeared, Clover and her friends head to the remote valley where she vanished to search for answers. Exploring an abandoned visitor center, they soon encounter a masked killer who murders them one by one. However, when they mysteriously wake up at the beginning of the same night, they're forced to relive the terror over and over again."
From IGN’s Review of the Original Until Dawn Game:
"At its best, Until Dawn is a gleefully cheesy homage to horror movies, set in a world built by a developer that clearly adores the genre. Although its thrills are tempered by a lack of story cohesion, its robust choice-and-consequence system and keen eye on horror’s most ridiculous tropes makes Until Dawn ultimately worth playing."
Until Dawn Cast and Characters
The screenplay for the Until Dawn movie was penned by Gary Dauberman and Blair Butler, with David F. Sandberg (known for Annabelle: Creation) at the helm as director. The film features the following cast:
- Ella Rubin as Clover
- Michael Cimino as Max
- Odessa A'zion as Nina
- Ji-young Yoo as Megan
- Belmont Cameli as Abel
- Maia Mitchell as Melanie
- Peter Stormare as Hill
Until Dawn Rating and Runtime
Until Dawn is rated R for its depiction of bloody horror violence, disturbing and grisly images, brief strong language, and sexual content. The movie has a runtime of one hour and 43 minutes.
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