The Dark Wind (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1991, The Dark Wind is a thriller and drama film directed by Errol Morris, running about 111 minutes. “The Navajo believe that when a man does something evil, it is because a dark wind has entered his soul.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Indian police officer is mixed up in murder and drug smuggling on the reservation.
Who’s in it. The Dark Wind stars Lou Diamond Phillips as Officer Jim Chee, Fred Ward as Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn, Lance Baker as Mr. Archer and Betty C. Barlow as Old Navajo Woman #2, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Dark Wind has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dark Wind page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dark Wind tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dark Wind (1991)?
- In US, The Dark Wind is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Dark Wind worth watching?
- The Dark Wind holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dark Wind?
- The Dark Wind stars Lou Diamond Phillips, Fred Ward, Lance Baker, Betty C. Barlow and Gary Basaraba.
- When was The Dark Wind released?
- The Dark Wind was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.