The Darkness Beyond (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2000, The Darkness Beyond is a horror film directed by Ivan Zuccon, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Legendary sci-fi/horror visionary H.P. Lovecraft is the mastermind behind this story of evil that has its roots in ancient civilizations and then spans across time and into the future. THE DARKNESS BEYOND begins in 1571 when a philospher reads aloud the text of the Necronomicon. The utterance of these words of damnation not only cost him his life, but then cast blackness on future generation. Five hundred years later we see the society of Arkham, which is perpetually in the midst of devastation, civil war and mayhem. Modern woman Elena happens across the old text and again unleashes the dark force. This film has been praised as the best cinematic retelling of a Lovecraft tale, as well as innonvative lighting, excellent editing, which director Ivan Zuccon (UNKNOWN BEYOND, THE SHUNNED HOUSE) did himself.
Who’s in it. The Darkness Beyond stars Laura Coratti as Sonia, Emanuele Cerman as Randolph Carter, Giuseppe Gobbato as Warren/Al-Caleb and Michael Segal as Lieutenant Michael Salgari, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Darkness Beyond 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 Darkness Beyond page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Darkness Beyond tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Darkness Beyond (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Darkness Beyond change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Darkness Beyond worth watching?
- The Darkness Beyond holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Darkness Beyond?
- The Darkness Beyond stars Laura Coratti, Emanuele Cerman, Giuseppe Gobbato, Michael Segal and Massimo Storari.
- When was The Darkness Beyond released?
- The Darkness Beyond was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.