Until Dawn Hits Theaters: Streaming Release Date Awaited

Video game adaptations continue to captivate audiences, with the latest trend being the movie inspired by Sony's 2015 survival horror game, Until Dawn. Released during the peak of the YouTube "Let's Play" era, the game was renowned for its high-quality cinematics, impactful in-game choices, and memorable jumpscares. While the movie loosely borrows the name and some elements from the game, it primarily seeks to establish its own narrative, as noted in IGN's review which states it "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 adaptation keep fans intrigued.

For those eager to watch Until Dawn, here's how you can catch it:

Until Dawn hit theaters on Friday, April 25. Check for showtimes near you at the following major theater chains:

• Fandango
• Regal Theaters
• AMC Theaters
• Cinemark Theaters
• Alamo Drafthouse

Until Dawn Streaming Release Date

Fans can look forward to streaming Until Dawn on Netflix, thanks to a licensing agreement with Sony Pictures Entertainment. Recent Sony releases have followed a pattern, landing on Netflix four months after their theatrical debut. Following this trend, Until Dawn is expected to be available to stream on Netflix around August 25.

What About VOD?

For those who prefer video-on-demand, Until Dawn will be available on platforms like Prime Video before it reaches Netflix. VOD release dates can vary, often influenced by box office performance, but with shorter theatrical windows becoming more common, Until Dawn might be available to rent by the end of May.

The Until Dawn movie, while inspired by the 2014 survival horror game, introduces new characters and a unique storyline. The official synopsis reads:

"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 Until Dawn movie was penned by Gary Dauberman and Blair Butler and directed by David F. Sandberg, known for Annabelle: Creation. The film features an impressive cast:

• 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 for its intense scenes of bloody horror violence, disturbing/grisly images, brief strong language, and sexual material. The movie has a runtime of one hour and 43 minutes.