---
title: "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/scary-stories-to-tell-in-the-dark-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 417384
imdb_id: "tt3387520"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 108
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 2893
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/scary-stories-to-tell-in-the-dark-2019

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a 2019 film set in Mill Valley, Pennsylvania, on Halloween night in 1968. The narrative follows a group of friends who encounter a local school bully. Following a prank played on this individual, the group decides to trespass into a supposedly haunted house. This residence formerly belonged to the Bellows family, a powerful local clan. Upon entering the property, the teenagers inadvertently unleash a series of dark forces. These supernatural entities prove to be beyond the control of the protagonists, leading to a perilous situation. The film centers on the consequences of the group's actions as they face the manifestations of these unleashed powers within their town. By exploring the history of the Bellows estate, the characters must contend with the unfolding events triggered by their intrusion. The story highlights the intersection of teenage life and the macabre legends associated with the isolated house, setting the stage for a struggle against the malevolent entities they have awakened.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A group of teens awaken a cursed house’s evil on Halloween."

### Why Watch
- Adaptation of the classic children’s horror anthology
- Atmospheric 1960s small‑town setting
- Directed by André Øvredal with effective scares

### Caveats & Content Note
- PG-13 rating limits graphic intensity
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for teens and adults comfortable with PG‑13 horror and supernatural themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: supernatural, creepy, adolescent, haunted

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, YouTube TV, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: André Øvredal
- **Networks / Studios**: 1212 Entertainment, Double Dare You, Entertainment One

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Zoe Colletti** as *Stella Nicholls*
- **Dean Norris** as *Roy Nicholls*
- **Michael Garza** as *Ramón Morales*
- **Gabriel Rush** as *Auggie Hilderbrandt*
- **Gil Bellows** as *Chief Turner*
- **Natalie Ganzhorn** as *Ruth Steinberg*
- **Austin Abrams** as *Tommy Milner*
- **Austin Zajur** as *Chuck Steinberg*
- **Kathleen Pollard** as *Sarah Bellows*
- **Lorraine Toussaint** as *Lou Lou*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on August 9, 2019.

### Q: Who directed the movie?
The film was directed by André Øvredal.

### Q: What is the film’s rating?
It is rated PG‑13.

### Q: What is the runtime?
The movie runs approximately 1 hour and 48 minutes.

### Q: What is the source material?
It is based on the children's book series "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark".

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