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Orion and the Dark

"Hello Darkness, my new friend."

2024-02-01 Animation 1hr 30m

A boy with an active imagination faces his fears on an unforgettable journey through the night with his new friend: a giant, smiling creature named Dark.

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Storyline

A boy with an active imagination faces his fears on an unforgettable journey through the night with his new friend: a giant, smiling creature named Dark.

  • Released
    2024-02-01
  • Revenue
    n/a
  • Budget
    n/a
  • Runtime
    1hr 30m
  • Genre
    Animation, Family, Comedy, Fantasy
  • Status
    Released
  • Language
    English
  • imdb-logo
    6.3
  • Production
    DreamWorks Animation

Crew

Sean Charmatz
Director
Emma Yarlett
Book
Ravi Kiran Nunna
Producer
Keywords:
cat fear based on children's book fear of the dark horror for children magical creature overcoming fears fears dark creatures

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Cast

Jacob Tremblay

Jacob Tremblay
Orion (voice)
Paul Walter Hauser

Paul Walter Hauser
Dark (voice)
Angela Bassett

Angela Bassett
Sweet Dreams (voice)
Colin Hanks

Colin Hanks
Adult Orion (voice)
Natasia Demetriou

Natasia Demetriou
Sleep (voice)
Golda Rosheuvel

Golda Rosheuvel
Unexplained Noises (voice)
Nat Faxon

Nat Faxon
Insomnia (voice)
Aparna Nancherla

Aparna Nancherla
Quiet (voice)
Ike Barinholtz

Ike Barinholtz
Light (voice)
Carla Gugino

Carla Gugino
Orion's Mom (voice)
Matt Dellapina

Matt Dellapina
Orion's Dad (voice)
Nick Kishiyama

Nick Kishiyama
Tycho (voice)
Mia Akemi Brown

Mia Akemi Brown
Hypatia (voice)
Shannon Chan-Kent

Shannon Chan-Kent
Adult Hypatia (voice)
Jack Fisher

Jack Fisher
Richie Panici (voice)
Werner Herzog

Werner Herzog
Narrator (voice)
Sky Alexis

Sky Alexis
Lisa (voice)
Hira Ambrosino

Hira Ambrosino
Woman at the Drive-In (voice)
Yoshi Ando

Yoshi Ando
Man at the Drive-In (voice)
Larisa Asuaje

Larisa Asuaje
Mrs. Spinoza (voice)
Sean Charmatz

Sean Charmatz
Irene's Boss / Cucumber Dentist / Soda / Insomnia Guy 1 (voice)
Walt Dohrn

Walt Dohrn
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Ren Hanami
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Amy Hill

Amy Hill
Irene (voice)
Alyssa Lee

Alyssa Lee
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Noah McCown

Noah McCown
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Shino Nakamichi

Shino Nakamichi
Sally (voice)
Aliki Theofilopoulos

Aliki Theofilopoulos
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Toru Uchikado

Toru Uchikado
Insomnia Man (voice)

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Movie Reviews

Reviews for Orion and the Dark
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A Review by ChrisSawin 4

Written by ChrisSawin on 2024-01-30

The most significant setback that _Orion and the Dark_ has is that it suffers from being a Netflix film. The humor falls flat and, while the... read more

The most significant setback that _Orion and the Dark_ has is that it suffers from being a Netflix film. The humor falls flat and, while there is some creativity, the film reminds you of other cinematic endeavors it borrows from. It doesn’t help that the animation is bland. Some scenes in the film look unfinished because of a lack of natural shadows or depth in the human characters. _Orion and the Dark_ will likely be dumped onto the platform and forgotten about in a matter of weeks. **Full review:** https://bit.ly/OrionDark

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A Review by msbreviews 7

Written by msbreviews on 2024-02-05

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://fandomwire.com/orion-and-the-dark-review-a-story-about-accepting-our-fears/ "Orion and the Dark preser... read more

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://fandomwire.com/orion-and-the-dark-review-a-story-about-accepting-our-fears/ "Orion and the Dark preserves the essence and messages of the original tale about understanding and accepting our fears as something that characterizes us as human beings. Charlie Kaufman expands the story with narrative complexities that, aside from unnecessarily confusing structural details, thematically enrich the overall film. The mix of 2D and 3D animation makes the visual experience captivating and warm, accompanied by an equally lovely score and competent vocal performances. An easy recommendation for families and children around the world." Rating: B

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A Review by niyumard 8

Written by niyumard on 2024-08-09

While I wouldn't say this animation is as good as other works of Charlie Kaufman, or anything exceptional (even when you consider that it's ... read more

While I wouldn't say this animation is as good as other works of Charlie Kaufman, or anything exceptional (even when you consider that it's audience is children) it certainly was a joy to watch this movie. And I also got to appreciate the dark a little bit more after watching it.

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A Review by tmdb51616167 5

Written by tmdb51616167 on 2024-09-08

I recommend this movie for a fun and enjoyable watch, as it has a cute and engaging storyline. While the characters may not be very memorabl... read more

I recommend this movie for a fun and enjoyable watch, as it has a cute and engaging storyline. While the characters may not be very memorable, the film still offers a good time. There are instances where the movie could benefit from less dialogue and more adventure, perhaps cutting down on certain cartoonish elements. This adjustment could enhance the overall experience and make it more captivating for the audience. It's a great movie for kids to watch and have a good time with, although the characters may not leave a lasting impression. Dark, in particular, stands out as a potentially memorable character, while the lead character may fade from memory over time. Despite its shortcomings, the movie is entertaining and worth watching, especially for a casual viewing session. While it may not be a film you'd revisit often, it can serve as a pleasant distraction or background entertainment during chores or other activities

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A Review by Chris Sawin

The most significant setback that _Orion and the Dark_ has is that it suffers from being a Netflix film. The humor falls flat and, while there is some creativity, the film reminds you of other cinematic endeavors it borrows from. It doesn’t...

reviewer avatar

A Review by ChrisSawin 4

Written by ChrisSawin on 2024-01-30

The most significant setback that _Orion and the Dark_ has is that it suffers from being a Netflix film. The humor falls flat and, while there is some creativity, the film reminds you of other cinemat...

read more
reviewer avatar

A Review by msbreviews 7

Written by msbreviews on 2024-02-05

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://fandomwire.com/orion-and-the-dark-review-a-story-about-accepting-our-fears/ "Orion and the Dark preserves the essence and messages of the original tale about unde...

read more
reviewer avatar

A Review by niyumard 8

Written by niyumard on 2024-08-09

While I wouldn't say this animation is as good as other works of Charlie Kaufman, or anything exceptional (even when you consider that it's audience is children) it certainly was a joy to watch this m...

read more
reviewer avatar

A Review by tmdb51616167 5

Written by tmdb51616167 on 2024-09-08

I recommend this movie for a fun and enjoyable watch, as it has a cute and engaging storyline. While the characters may not be very memorable, the film still offers a good time. There are instances...

read more