Set a year after the mysterious disappearance of Melanie, her sister Clover and a group of friends venture into the remote Glore Valley seeking answers.
They discover an abandoned visitor center and soon find themselves trapped in a nightmarish time loop, facing different monstrous threats each night.
With each iteration, the group’s deaths reset the evening, and they realize that surviving until dawn is their only escape.
Cast & Characters
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Ella Rubin as Clover
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Michael Cimino as Max
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Odessa A’zion as Nina
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Ji-young Yoo as Megan
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Belmont Cameli as Abe
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Maia Mitchell as Melanie
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Peter Stormare reprises his role as Dr. Hill from the original game.
Production Details
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Director: David F. Sandberg
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Writers: Gary Dauberman and Blair Butler
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Producers: Asad Qizilbash, Carter Swan, David F. Sandberg, Lotta Losten, Roy Lee, Gary Dauberman, Mia Maniscalco
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Studios: Screen Gems, PlayStation Productions, Vertigo Entertainment, Coin Operated, Mangata
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Filming Location: Budapest
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Filming Period: August to October 2024
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Music: Benjamin Wallfisch
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Cinematography: Maxime Alexandre
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Editing: Michel Aller
Budget & Box Office
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Budget: $15 million
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Box Office Gross: $18.1 million (as of April 27, 2025)
Themes & Style
The film blends various horror subgenres, including slasher, supernatural, and psychological horror, to create a multifaceted narrative.
The use of practical effects, especially in depicting creatures like the Wendigo, adds a tangible eeriness to the film.
The time-loop mechanic introduces a unique twist, forcing characters to confront different horrors in each iteration.
Critical Reception
“Until Dawn” has received mixed reviews from critics.
Some praise its inventive approach to horror and the performances of the young cast, while others feel that the film’s attempt to incorporate multiple horror elements leads to a lack of cohesion.
The time-loop narrative, while intriguing, has been noted to lose momentum midway through the film.
Release & Availability
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Theatrical Release: April 25, 2025 (United States)
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Streaming: Not currently available on streaming platforms.
As a Sony Pictures release, it is expected to stream on Netflix within a few months post-theatrical release.