Man in the Dark (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1953, Man in the Dark is a thriller and crime film directed by Lew Landers, running about 70 minutes. “TERROR STRIKES IN 3 DIMENSIONS - NEW...IMPROVED! - ...AS THE KILLER TAKES OVER THE CARNIVAL!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A prisoner undergoes experimental brain surgery in order to get early parole. He released but has no memories. Things get dangerous when a group of thugs go after him in search of loot he hid before his amnesia.
Who’s in it. Man in the Dark stars Edmond O'Brien as Steve Rawley, Audrey Totter as Peg Benedict, Ted de Corsia as Lefty and Horace McMahon as Arnie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Man in the Dark has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Man in the Dark page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man in the Dark tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Man in the Dark (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man in the Dark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Man in the Dark worth watching?
- Man in the Dark holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Man in the Dark?
- Man in the Dark stars Edmond O'Brien, Audrey Totter, Ted de Corsia, Horace McMahon and Nick Dennis.
- When was Man in the Dark released?
- Man in the Dark was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.