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Near Dark

Horror • 1987 • 1h 34m

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RATING★ 3.4

RUNTIME1h 34m

LANGUAGEEN

STATUSReleased

📺 Where to Watch

Not currently available on major streaming platforms in the US

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📖 Synopsis

A farm boy reluctantly becomes a member of the undead when a girl he meets turns out to be part of a band of vampires who roam the highways in stolen cars.

🎥 Production Details

Tagline: “...pray for daylight.”
Release Status: Released
Genres: Horror
Director: Kathryn Bigelow
Original Language: EN

🎭 Cast

Adrian Pasdar

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Near Dark about?: A farm boy reluctantly becomes a member of the undead when a girl he meets turns out to be part of a band of vampires who roam the highways in stolen cars.
Who directed Near Dark?: Near Dark was directed by Kathryn Bigelow.
When was Near Dark released?: Near Dark was released on October 2, 1987.
How long is Near Dark?: Near Dark has a runtime of 1h 34m.
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