The Darklings (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1999, The Darklings is a thriller, drama, crime and horror film directed by Jeffrey Reiner, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. A bed-ridden teen believes he has witnessed the murder of a neighbor by another neighbor. He then recruits friends to attempt to prove the death when no body is found.
Who’s in it. The Darklings stars Suzanne Somers as Clara Hagen / Emily Shepherd, Timothy Busfield as Clayton Shepherd, Ryan DeBoer as Chris 'C.J.' Jackson and Meghan Ory as Jessie Everett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Darklings has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Darklings page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Darklings tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Darklings (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Darklings change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Darklings worth watching?
- The Darklings holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Darklings?
- The Darklings stars Suzanne Somers, Timothy Busfield, Ryan DeBoer, Meghan Ory and Ben Johnson.
- When was The Darklings released?
- The Darklings was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.