Breaking Dawn (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2004, Breaking Dawn is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Mark Edwin Robinson, running about 88 minutes. “A mind is a terrible thing to lose.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Within the confines of an insane asylum languish many would-be seers and messiahs. Medical students meet them day in, day out. But when Eve meets Don Wake, she discovers he's not your run-of-the-mill paranoic. In fact, his visions of her life on the outside tread the line between fantasy and reality as a stalker becomes known to her. She could be in danger; it could all be in her head.

Who’s in it. Breaking Dawn stars Kelly Overton as Eve, James Haven as Don Wake, Sarah-Jane Potts as Anna and Hank Harris as Ted, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Breaking Dawn 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 Breaking Dawn page.

If you liked it. Fans of Breaking Dawn tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Breaking Dawn (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breaking Dawn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Breaking Dawn worth watching?
Breaking Dawn holds an audience score of 5.5 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 Breaking Dawn?
Breaking Dawn stars Kelly Overton, James Haven, Sarah-Jane Potts, Hank Harris and Edie McClurg.
When was Breaking Dawn released?
Breaking Dawn was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.