Is At First Light scary?

MyCinema has not rated At First Light for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.

Where can I watch At First Light in the US?

At First Light is free on Hoopla, YouTube Free, Xumo Play, and 1 more and can be rented from Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is At First Light?

At First Light runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

Is At First Light suitable for kids?

At First Light is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

TMDB20181h 31mThriller / Science Fiction

At First Light

Name: At First Light
Genre: Thriller, Science Fiction
Released: 2018-10-05
Duration: 91 min

We called, they answered, she's the proof

High school senior Alex has an encounter with mysterious lights that appear over her small town. She soon develops dangerous, supernatural abilities, and turns to her childhood friend Sean. The authorities target them and a chase ensues as officials try to discover the truth behind Alex's transformation.

TMDB audience score

Based on 156 votes

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At First Light at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 31m

At 1h 31m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Thriller · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under thriller and science fiction.

US availability

4 free · 3 to rent · 3 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Free or ad-supported on Hoopla, YouTube Free, Xumo Play, and 1 more. Listed to rent from 3 stores. Listed to buy from 3 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.7 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.7 out of 10 across 156 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch At First Light tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 31m.
It is free to watch on Hoopla, YouTube Free, Xumo Play, and 1 more in the US.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about At First Light

Is At First Light scary?: MyCinema has not rated At First Light for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch At First Light in the US?: At First Light is free on Hoopla, YouTube Free, Xumo Play, and 1 more and can be rented from Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is At First Light?: At First Light runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).
Is At First Light suitable for kids?: At First Light is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.