"Until Dawn Hits Theaters: Streaming Release Date Awaited"

Video game adaptations are currently riding a wave of popularity, with recent releases like the Minecraft Movie, Devil May Cry anime, and The Last of Us Season 2. Adding to this trend is the new movie inspired by Sony's 2015 survival horror game, Until Dawn.

Until Dawn was a standout title during the peak of the YouTube "Let's Play" era, offering a thrilling experience that was just as enjoyable to watch as it was to play. The game boasted high-quality cinematics, impactful in-game choices, and memorable jump scares. However, the movie adaptation, while sharing the game's name and some core elements, largely diverges into its own narrative, as noted by 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 these differences, the film still piques the interest of horror enthusiasts and fans of the original game.

For those eager to catch Until Dawn on the big screen or curious about its streaming availability, here's all the essential information:

Until Dawn premiered in theaters on Friday, April 25. You can find showtimes near you at major cinema chains such as Fandango, Regal Theaters, AMC Theaters, Cinemark Theaters, and Alamo Drafthouse.

Until Dawn Streaming Release Date

The movie will eventually be available for streaming on Netflix, thanks to a licensing agreement with Sony Pictures Entertainment. Recent Sony films like Venom: The Last Dance and Saturday Night became available on Netflix approximately four months after their theatrical debut. Following this pattern, Until Dawn should be streamable on Netflix around August 25.

What About VOD?

Before hitting streaming platforms, Until Dawn will be accessible via digital marketplaces such as Prime Video. Video on Demand (VOD) release dates can vary, often influenced by the film's box office performance. Given shorter theatrical windows, Until Dawn might be available to rent by the end of May.

What Is Until Dawn About?

While the Until Dawn movie draws inspiration from the 2014 game, it introduces new characters and a unique storyline. Here's the official synopsis:

"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 screenplay for the Until Dawn movie was penned by Gary Dauberman and Blair Butler, with David F. Sandberg (known for Annabelle: Creation) at the helm as director. The film features an engaging cast:

Ella Rubin as CloverMichael Cimino as MaxOdessa A'zion as NinaJi-young Yoo as MeganBelmont Cameli as AbelMaia Mitchell as MelaniePeter Stormare as Hill### Until Dawn Rating and Runtime

The movie is rated R for bloody horror violence, disturbing/grisly images, brief strong language, and sexual material. It has a runtime of one hour and 43 minutes.