Video game adaptations are currently making waves, with recent releases like A Minecraft Movie, the Devil May Cry anime, and The Last of Us Season 2. Now, Sony's 2015 survival horror game, Until Dawn, is getting its own cinematic treatment. The game, which was a hit during the peak of the YouTube "Let's Play" era, was renowned for its high-quality cinematics, impactful in-game choices, and memorable jump scares. However, the movie appears to diverge significantly from the original game, focusing more on its own narrative while retaining the title and some core elements. Despite mixed reviews, the allure of horror and curiosity about the adaptation keep the interest alive.
If you're eager to catch Until Dawn in theaters or want to know when it'll be available to stream, here are the details you need:
**How to Watch Until Dawn** ----------------------------Until Dawn premiered in theaters on Friday, April 25. To find showtimes near you, visit the following theater websites:
- Fandango
- Regal Theaters
- AMC Theaters
- Cinemark Theaters
- Alamo Drafthouse
Until Dawn Streaming Release Date
Until Dawn is set to stream on Netflix, thanks to a licensing deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment. Recent Sony releases like Venom: The Last Dance and Saturday Night have appeared on Netflix about four months after their theatrical debut. If this pattern continues, you can expect Until Dawn to be available on Netflix around August 25.
What About VOD?
Before hitting streaming services, Until Dawn will be accessible through digital marketplaces such as Prime Video. The exact date for VOD release can vary depending on box office performance, but with shorter theatrical windows, you might be able to rent it by the end of May.
What Is Until Dawn About?
Though inspired by the 2014 survival horror game, the Until Dawn movie introduces new characters and a unique storyline. Here's the official synopsis:
"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 crafted by Gary Dauberman and Blair Butler, with David F. Sandberg (known for Annabelle: Creation) at the helm as director. The film features an engaging 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 film's runtime is one hour and 43 minutes.
