Wait Until Dark (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1982, Wait Until Dark is a thriller, drama, horror and tv movie film directed by Barry Davis, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. A videotaped production of the Frederick Knott play in which three criminals play an elaborate scam on a blind woman who is in possession of a doll that, unbeknownst to her, is very incriminating. The play had already been famously adapted for the screen in 1967 starring Audrey Hepburn. This 1982 version was frequently shown on HBO in the 1980s.
Who’s in it. Wait Until Dark stars Katharine Ross as Suzy Hendrix, Stacy Keach as Roat / Roat Sr. / Roat Jr., Joshua Bryant as Mike Talman and Robin Gammell as Sgt. Carlino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Wait Until Dark has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wait Until Dark page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wait Until Dark tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wait Until Dark (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wait Until Dark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wait Until Dark worth watching?
- Wait Until Dark holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wait Until Dark?
- Wait Until Dark stars Katharine Ross, Stacy Keach, Joshua Bryant, Robin Gammell and Edward Winter.
- When was Wait Until Dark released?
- Wait Until Dark was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.