---
title: "Alone in the Dark"
year: 2005
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/alone-in-the-dark-2005"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 12142
imdb_id: "tt0369226"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 3.3
vote_count: 689
content_rating: "R"
---

# Alone in the Dark (2005) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/alone-in-the-dark-2005

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Alone in the Dark is a film first released in 2005. Catalogued under Action, Fantasy, Horror. Produced and broadcast by Boll Kino Beteiligungs GmbH & Co. KG, Brightlight Pictures, Herold Productions. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A supernatural investigator confronts an ancient evil threatening humanity."

### Why Watch
- Atmospheric blend of action and horror
- Explores occult mysteries
- Features a seasoned supernatural detective

### Caveats & Content Note
- R rating restricts younger audiences
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense horror violence and adult themes, suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, horror, fantasy, dark, supernatural

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla, Crave | Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Uwe Boll
- **Networks / Studios**: Boll Kino Beteiligungs GmbH & Co. KG, Brightlight Pictures, Herold Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Christian Slater** as *Edward Carnby*
- **Tara Reid** as *Aline Cedrac*
- **Stephen Dorff** as *Richard Burke*
- **Will Sanderson** as *Agent Miles*
- **Ona Grauer** as *Agent Feenstra*
- **Pak Ho-Sung** as *Agent Marko*
- **Sarah Deakins** as *Linda*
- **Françoise Yip** as *Agent Cheung*
- **Daniel Cudmore** as *Agent Barr*
- **Frank C. Turner** as *Sam Fischer*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as action, fantasy, and horror.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The story follows private investigator Edward Carnby.

### Q: What is the central premise?
Carnby investigates a dangerous case involving an ancient evil cult.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and thirty‑eight minutes.

### Q: What rating does the film have?
It is rated R in the United States.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Alone in the Dark — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/12142)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*