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The Dark Half
Feature Film
6.0 / 10

The Dark Half

"There are very good reasons to be afraid of the dark."

1993-04-23
122 mins
Mystery, Horror

Narrative Synopsis

Following the public's realization that Thad Beaumont and George Stark are one and the same, the former stages a mock funeral, only for a series of gruesome murders to begin occurring as in his books.

Where to Stream

Amazon Prime Video
Amazon Prime Video
MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel
MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel
MGM Plus
MGM Plus
Amazon Prime Video with Ads
Amazon Prime Video with Ads

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Narrative DNA Intelligence

Pacing

Slow-Burn Atmospheric

Complexity

7 / 10

Ending Impact

High Twist Index

Vibe Tone

Claustrophobic & Ominous

Narrative Assessment:

Calculated narrative telemetry highlights notable thematic precision within Mystery. With an established critical baseline of 6.0/10, the plot emphasizes slow-burn atmospheric pacing paired with an ending characterized by high twist index.

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Key Personnel & Cast

Timothy Hutton

Timothy Hutton

Thad Beaumont / George Stark

Amy Madigan

Amy Madigan

Liz Beaumont

Michael Rooker

Michael Rooker

Sheriff Alan Pangborn

Julie Harris

Julie Harris

Reggie DeLesseps

Robert Joy

Robert Joy

Fred Clawson

Kent Broadhurst

Kent Broadhurst

Mike Donaldson

Thematic Neighbours

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If you enjoy tense narrative puzzles, layered investigative friction, and unexpected structural reveals, The Dark Half provides concentrated suspense. Holding an audience consensus score of 6.0/10 over a 122 minutes runtime and centered on the premise "There are very good reasons to be afraid of the dark.", it stands out as a compelling watch for enthusiasts of the genre.
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