They Met in the Dark (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1943, They Met in the Dark is a thriller, mystery and romance film directed by Karel Lamač, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. A Royal navy Commander is tricked by a pretty girl who is working for the Nazis. She tricks him into revealing some military secrets and he is court martial. He vows to track her and her accomplices down.
Who’s in it. They Met in the Dark stars James Mason as Richard Francis Heritage, Joyce Howard as Laura Verity, Tom Walls as Christopher Child and Phyllis Stanley as Lily Bernard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, They Met 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 They Met in the Dark page.
If you liked it. Fans of They Met in the Dark tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch They Met in the Dark (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for They Met in the Dark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is They Met in the Dark worth watching?
- They Met in the Dark holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in They Met in the Dark?
- They Met in the Dark stars James Mason, Joyce Howard, Tom Walls, Phyllis Stanley and Edward Rigby.
- When was They Met in the Dark released?
- They Met in the Dark was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.