Dark Tower (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1987, Dark Tower is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Freddie Francis, running about 91 minutes. “In a city that never sleeps... this building is a nightmare.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A partially under construction office tower is being haunted by a deadly presence which seems to target the building's architect.
Who’s in it. Dark Tower stars Michael Moriarty as Dennis Randall, Jenny Agutter as Carolyn Page, Carol Lynley as Tilly and Theodore Bikel as Max Gold, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Dark Tower has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dark Tower page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dark Tower tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dark Tower (1987)?
- In US, Dark Tower is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Dark Tower worth watching?
- Dark Tower holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dark Tower?
- Dark Tower stars Michael Moriarty, Jenny Agutter, Carol Lynley, Theodore Bikel and Kevin McCarthy.
- When was Dark Tower released?
- Dark Tower was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.