---
title: "The Darkness"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-darkness-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 757838
imdb_id: "tt8876488"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 95
community_rating: 2.7
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Darkness (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-darkness-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Darkness is a 2021 horror film directed by Tharun Mohan. The story follows Lisa, a writer, and David, an entrepreneur, who travel from London to Ballyvadlea, Ireland, for a working holiday. Their stay becomes perilous when Lisa discovers the personal memoirs of a woman named Niav who lived in the house a century ago, inadvertently awakening demons on the cursed ground.

The film explores themes of death, demons, and deception through elements such as changelings and witchcraft. It has a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes and is categorized under the horror genre.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A London couple's Irish working holiday turns terrifying when they uncover a century-old curse."

### Why Watch
- Explores themes of death, demons, and deception
- Features a setting in Ballyvadlea, Ireland
- Incorporates elements of changelings and witchcraft

### Caveats & Content Note
- The plot involves awakening demons through curiosity
- Tone & Suitability: The film is a horror production with a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #supernatural-horror, #cursed-ground, #irish-setting, #demonic-awakening, #witchcraft

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tharun Mohan
- **Networks / Studios**: Tharun Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Amelia Eve** as *Lisa*
- **Adam Bond** as *Brian O’Connor*
- **Jo Hart** as *Aliah O’Conner*
- **Katherine Hartshorne** as *Niav O’Connor*
- **Cyril Blake** as *David*
- **Ivan Murphy** as *Doctor Henson*
- **Michelle Archer** as *Roisin*
- **Marian Elizabeth** as *Jane*
- **Nicholas Gauci** as *Trevor*
- **Natali Servat** as *Danielle*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Darkness?
The film is listed as being available on Plex.

### Q: Is The Darkness worth watching?
The film is a horror production directed by Tharun Mohan featuring themes of witchcraft and demons.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 35 minutes.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
The Darkness is a horror film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Darkness — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/757838)
- [The Darkness (2021) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/757838-dorcha/cast)
- [The Darkness (2021) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8876488/)
- [The Darkness (2021) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-darkness-2021/credits)
- [The Darkness (2016 American film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Darkness_(2016_American_film))
- [The Darkness - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/the-darkness/cast/2030453239/)

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