Is Cast a Dark Shadow scary?

MyCinema has not rated Cast a Dark Shadow for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller film. It is rated NR in the United States.

Where can I watch Cast a Dark Shadow in the US?

Cast a Dark Shadow streams on TCM and Cohen Media Amazon Channel, is free on Kanopy, Fawesome, and Tubi TV, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 1 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Cast a Dark Shadow?

Cast a Dark Shadow runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

Is Cast a Dark Shadow suitable for kids?

Cast a Dark Shadow is rated NR in the United States. Check the rating's own guidance before showing it to children.

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Cast a Dark Shadow

Name: Cast a Dark Shadow
Genre: Thriller
Released: 1955-09-20
Duration: 83 min

No woman could resist his sinister charm!

Edward "Teddy" Bare is a ruthless schemer who thinks he's hit the big time when he kills his older wife, believing he will inherit a fortune. When things don't go according to plan, Teddy sets his sights on a new victim: wealthy widow Freda Jeffries. Unfortunately for the unscrupulous criminal, Freda is much more guarded and sassy than his last wife, making separating her from her money considerably more challenging.

TMDB audience score

Based on 62 votes

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Cast a Dark Shadow 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

Short watch · 1h 23m

At 1h 23m it runs under 90 minutes.

More horror under 90 minutes

Genres

Thriller

TMDB files it under thriller.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 3 free · 4 to rent · 4 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: TCM and Cohen Media Amazon Channel. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. Listed to rent from 4 stores. Listed to buy from 4 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.5 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 62 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Cast a Dark Shadow tonight

It is a short one: 1h 23m, so it fits a late start.
It is included with TCM and Cohen Media Amazon Channel in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.5 out of 10 across 62 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Cast a Dark Shadow

Is Cast a Dark Shadow scary?: MyCinema has not rated Cast a Dark Shadow for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller film. It is rated NR in the United States.
Where can I watch Cast a Dark Shadow in the US?: Cast a Dark Shadow streams on TCM and Cohen Media Amazon Channel, is free on Kanopy, Fawesome, and Tubi TV, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 1 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Cast a Dark Shadow?: Cast a Dark Shadow runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).
Is Cast a Dark Shadow suitable for kids?: Cast a Dark Shadow is rated NR in the United States. Check the rating's own guidance before showing it to children.