Wait Until Dark (1967) movie poster

Wait Until Dark (1967)

"A blind woman plays a deadly game of survival."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 88% (RT: 96%, MC: 81) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 48m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (586 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
96%
Metacritic
81
Cast
Audrey Hepburn as Susy Hendrix
Alan Arkin as Roat / Roat Jr. / Roat Sr.
Richard Crenna as Mike Talman
Efrem Zimbalist Jr. as Sam Hendrix
Jack Weston as Carlino
Julie Herrod as Gloria
Robby Benson as Boy Tossing Ball (uncredited)
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 586 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 88%.
Overview
After a flight back home, Sam Hendrix returns with a doll he innocently acquired along the way. As it turns out, the doll is actually stuffed with heroin, and a group of criminals led by the ruthless Roat has followed Hendrix back to his place to retrieve it. When Hendrix leaves for business, the crooks make their move -- and find his blind wife, Susy, alone in the apartment. Soon, a life-threatening game begins between Susy and the thugs. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Wait Until Dark was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • During production of Wait Until Dark, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Terence Young cited several classic thriller films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Wait Until Dark is a 1967 thriller, horror film directed by Terence Young. After a flight back home, Sam Hendrix returns with a doll he innocently acquired along the way. As it turns out, the doll is actually stuffed with heroin, and a group of criminals led by the ruthless Roat has followed Hendrix back to his place to retrieve it.

When Hendrix leaves for business, the crooks make their move -- and find his blind wife, Susy, alone in the apartment. Soon, a life-threatening game begins between Susy and the thugs. The film has been rated by 586 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a thriller film, Wait Until Dark delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Wait Until Dark (1967) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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