Until Dawn Hits Theaters: Streaming Release Date Awaited

Video game adaptations are currently dominating the entertainment scene, with recent releases like A Minecraft Movie, the Devil May Cry anime, and The Last of Us Season 2. Adding to this trend is the new movie inspired by Sony's 2015 survival horror game, Until Dawn.

Until Dawn captured the hearts of gamers during the peak of the YouTube "Let's Play" era, offering a thrilling experience that was just as enjoyable to watch as it was to play. With its high-quality cinematics, impactful in-game choices, and memorable jump scares, it quickly became a fan favorite. However, the movie adaptation seems to take a different approach, using the game's name but branching out into its own narrative. According to IGN's review, the film "shares a title and some key details with the game that inspired it, though it mostly tries to do its own thing – to mixed results." Despite this, the allure of horror and curiosity about the new storyline keep the interest alive.

For those eager to catch Until Dawn in theaters or curious about its streaming availability, here are the details you need:

Until Dawn hit theaters on Friday, April 25. You can find showtimes near you at major theater chains like Fandango, Regal Theaters, AMC Theaters, Cinemark Theaters, and Alamo Drafthouse.

Until Dawn Streaming Release Date

The movie is set to stream on Netflix, thanks to a licensing deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment. Recent Sony films have landed on Netflix four months after their theatrical release, suggesting that Until Dawn will be available to stream around August 25.

What About VOD?

Before it hits streaming services, Until Dawn will be available on digital platforms like Prime Video. VOD release dates can vary, typically influenced by box office performance, but with shorter theatrical windows, you might be able to rent it by the end of May.

What Is Until Dawn About?

The Until Dawn movie, while inspired by the game, introduces new characters and a unique plot. Here's the official synopsis:

"One year after her sister disappeared, Clover and her friends head to the remote valley where she vanished to search for answers. Exploring an abandoned visitor center, they soon encounter a masked killer who murders them one by one. However, when they mysteriously wake up at the beginning of the same night, they're forced to relive the terror over and over again."

From IGN’s Review of the Original Until Dawn Game:

"At its best, Until Dawn is a gleefully cheesy homage to horror movies, set in a world built by a developer that clearly adores the genre. Although its thrills are tempered by a lack of story cohesion, its robust choice-and-consequence system and keen eye on horror’s most ridiculous tropes makes Until Dawn ultimately worth playing."

Until Dawn Cast and Characters

The screenplay for the Until Dawn movie was crafted by Gary Dauberman and Blair Butler, with David F. Sandberg (known for Annabelle: Creation) at the helm as director. The film features a talented cast, including:

• Ella Rubin as Clover
• Michael Cimino as Max
• Odessa A'zion as Nina
• Ji-young Yoo as Megan
• Belmont Cameli as Abel
• Maia Mitchell as Melanie
• Peter Stormare as Hill

Until Dawn Rating and Runtime

Until Dawn is rated R due to its bloody horror violence, disturbing/grisly images, brief strong language, and sexual material. The movie runs for 1 hour and 43 minutes.