Video game adaptations are currently in vogue, with recent releases like A Minecraft Movie, the Devil May Cry anime, and The Last of Us Season 2. The latest addition to this trend is a movie inspired by Sony's 2015 survival horror game, Until Dawn. Originally released during the peak of the YouTube "Let's Play" era, Until Dawn was known for its high-quality cinematics, impactful in-game choices, and effective jump scares. It was equally enjoyable to watch as it was to play.
The upcoming Until Dawn movie, while sharing its name with the game, appears to take a different approach in its storytelling. According to 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 differences, the allure of horror and curiosity about the adaptation keep fans interested.
If you're eager to catch Until Dawn in theaters or want to know when it'll be available for streaming, here are the details:
**How to Watch Until Dawn** ----------------------------Until Dawn premiered in theaters on Friday, April 25. You can find showtimes near you at the following links:
- 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 agreement with Sony Pictures Entertainment. Recent Sony films like Venom: The Last Dance and Saturday Night have typically appeared on Netflix four months after their theatrical release. Following this pattern, Until Dawn should be available to stream on Netflix around August 25.
What About VOD?
Before hitting streaming services, Until Dawn will be available for purchase or rental on digital platforms like Prime Video. The VOD release date can vary, often depending on the film's box office performance. With shorter theatrical windows becoming more common, Until Dawn might be available to rent by the end of May.
AnswerSee Results**What Is Until Dawn About?** ------------------------------Although the Until Dawn movie draws inspiration from the 2014 survival horror game, it 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 Until Dawn movie was penned by Gary Dauberman and Blair Butler and directed by David F. Sandberg (Annabelle: Creation). 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 due to its content featuring bloody horror violence, disturbing/grisly images, brief strong language, and sexual material. The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 43 minutes.
