Orion and the Dark (2024)

★ 6.5 1h 30m 630 votes IMDb
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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.

Orion and the Dark

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Cast

Jacob Tremblay
Jacob Tremblay as Orion (voice) Age 19 · Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Jacob Tremblay (born October 5, 2006) is a Canadian actor. He became known for his role as a child born in captivity in Room (2015), for which he won the Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Young Per...
Paul Walter Hauser
Paul Walter Hauser as Dark (voice) Age 39 · Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA Paul Walter Hauser (born October 15, 1986) is an American actor and wrestler. He is best known for portraying Stingray in the Netflix series Cobra Kai and providing the voice of Embarrassment in Pixar...
Angela Bassett
Angela Bassett as Sweet Dreams (voice) Age 67 · New York City, New York, USA Angela Evelyn Bassett (born August 16, 1958) is an American actress. Known for her work in film and television since the 1980s, she has received various accolades, including a Primetime Emmy Award and...
Colin Hanks
Colin Hanks as Adult Orion (voice) Age 48 · Sacramento, California, USA Colin Lewes Hanks is an American actor and filmmaker. He is best known for his role as Gus Grimly on the FX crime series Fargo (2014–2015), which earned him nominations for a Golden Globe Award, a Pri...
Natasia Demetriou
Natasia Demetriou as Sleep (voice) Age 42 · Camden, London, England, UK Natasia Charlotte Demetriou is an English-Cypriot comedian, actress and screenwriter. She is best known for her roles as Nadja in the FX comedy horror series What We Do in the Shadows (2019–2024) and...
Golda Rosheuvel
Golda Rosheuvel as Unexplained Noises (voice) Age 55 · Guyana Golda Rosheuvel (born 2 May 1970) is a British actress and singer. She is known for her theatre work and a number of on-screen roles, most prominently for the portrayal of Queen Charlotte in Netflix's...

Audience Reviews

Chris Sawin 4/10 Jan 30, 2024
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.

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Manuel São Bento 7/10 Feb 05, 2024
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
Hossein 8/10 Aug 09, 2024
While I wouldn't say this animation is as good as other works of Charlie Kaufman, or anything exceptional (even when you consider that its 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.
tmdb51616167 5/10 Sep 08, 2024
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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