Darkroom (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Series · ★ 7.2

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Released in 1981, Darkroom is a sci-fi & fantasy, mystery and drama series.

What it’s about. 'You're in a house. Maybe your own... maybe one you've never seen before. You feel it. Something evil. You run, but there's no escape... nowhere to turn. You feel something beckoning you... drawing you into the terror that awaits you in the Darkroom!' Darkroom is an American horror/thriller anthology broadcast on ABC from November 27, 1981 to January 15, 1982. Similar in style to Rod Serling's Night Gallery, each hour-long episode featured two or more stories of varying length with a different story and a different cast, but James Coburn hosts all the wraparound segments.

Who’s in it. Darkroom stars James Coburn as Host, Robert Webber as Greg Conway, Mary Frann as Linda Beckwith and John Randolph as Arthur Desmond, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Darkroom has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Darkroom page.

If you liked it. Fans of Darkroom tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Darkroom (1981)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Darkroom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Darkroom worth watching?
Darkroom holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy sci-fi & fantasy, mystery and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Darkroom?
Darkroom stars James Coburn, Robert Webber, Mary Frann, John Randolph and Richard Anderson.
When was Darkroom released?
Darkroom was released in 1981.