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Near Dark

R1h 34m1987Kathryn Bigelow
IMDb: 6.9/10Rotten: 80%Metacritic: 78/100
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"...pray for daylight."

A farm boy reluctantly becomes a member of the undead when a girl he meets turns out to be part of a band of vampires who roam the highways in stolen cars.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Near Dark (1987) about?

A farm boy reluctantly becomes a member of the undead when a girl he meets turns out to be part of a band of vampires who roam the highways in stolen cars.

Who stars in Near Dark?

Near Dark stars Adrian Pasdar (Caleb Colton), Jenny Wright (Mae), Lance Henriksen (Jesse Hooker), Bill Paxton (Severen), Jenette Goldstein (Diamondback). The film was directed by Kathryn Bigelow.

How long is Near Dark?

Near Dark has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1987. It is rated R.

Is Near Dark worth watching?

Near Dark holds an IMDb rating of 6.9/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 80. Fans of Horror are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Near Dark?

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