Until Dawn Hits Theaters: Streaming Release Date Awaited

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

I recall the game's release during the peak of the YouTube "Let's Play" era, where it was as entertaining to watch others play as it was to play yourself. Until Dawn was known for its high-quality cinematics, impactful in-game choices, and memorable jump scares.

However, the movie appears to draw inspiration primarily from the game's name rather than its core elements. According to IGN's review, the film "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, my curiosity and love for horror films keep me intrigued.

If you're planning to see Until Dawn in theaters or are curious about its streaming availability, here are the details you need to know.

Until Dawn premiered in theaters on Friday, April 25. You can find showtimes near you at the following major theater chains:

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

Until Dawn Streaming Release Date

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

What About VOD?

Before hitting streaming services, Until Dawn will be accessible via digital marketplaces like Prime Video. The exact VOD release date can vary based on box office performance, but with shorter theatrical windows becoming more common, you might be able to rent Until Dawn by the end of May.

Although the Until Dawn movie takes inspiration from the 2014 survival horror 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 crafted by Gary Dauberman and Blair Butler, with David F. Sandberg (known for Annabelle: Creation) at the helm as director. The film features the following 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 due to its content featuring bloody horror violence, disturbing/grisly images, brief strong language, and sexual material. The film has a runtime of one hour and 43 minutes.