A Kiss in the Dark (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1949, A Kiss in the Dark is a comedy film directed by Delmer Daves, running about 87 minutes. “It's the story of a stolen caress that made her heart say 'yes'!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Eric Phillips's manager buys him a building with tenants, one of whom catches his eye.
Who’s in it. A Kiss in the Dark stars David Niven as Eric Phillips, Jane Wyman as Polly Haines, Victor Moore as Horace Willoughby and Wayne Morris as Bruce Arnold, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, A Kiss in the Dark has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Kiss in the Dark page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Kiss in the Dark tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Kiss in the Dark (1949)?
- In US, A Kiss in the Dark is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Kiss in the Dark worth watching?
- A Kiss in the Dark holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Kiss in the Dark?
- A Kiss in the Dark stars David Niven, Jane Wyman, Victor Moore, Wayne Morris and Broderick Crawford.
- When was A Kiss in the Dark released?
- A Kiss in the Dark was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.