The Old Dark House
Beware the night!
Directed by James Whale
Produced by Universal Pictures
A pre-code Gothic thriller that traps strangers in a creepy mansion during a storm, blending atmospheric dread with social satire and dark family secrets.
In a remote region of Wales, five travelers beset by a relentless storm find shelter in an old mansion.
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Is The Old Dark House one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 92% of films.
Is The Old Dark House scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.
Does The Old Dark House end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 83% of films.
Is The Old Dark House easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Is The Old Dark House sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
Is The Old Dark House violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Distinctly its own thing.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like The Old Dark House
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Old Dark House
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Old Dark House, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Old Dark House, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Old Dark House, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
