
Dark Skies
2013, Sci-fi/Mystery & thriller, 1h 37m
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critics consensus
Dark Skies writer director Scott Stewart has a solid cast, an interesting premise, and some admirable ambitions, but he can't figure out what to do with any of them, and the result is a dull, muddled effort that will bore all but the most devoted horror buffs. Read critic reviews
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Lacy (Keri Russell) and Daniel Barrett (Josh Hamilton) share a peaceful life in the suburbs with their sons, Jesse (Dakota Goyo) and Sam (Kadan Rockett). However, that peace soon shatters with a series of disturbing events that escalate. When it becomes clear that their family is being targeted by an unimaginably terrifying, deadly -- and possibly alien -- threat, Daniel and Lacy draw on their courage and determination to protect their family and identify what is after them.
Cast & Crew
Keri Russell
Lacy Barrett
Lacy Barrett
Josh Hamilton
Daniel Barrett
Daniel Barrett
Dakota Goyo
Jesse Barrett
Jesse Barrett
Kadan Rockett
Sam Barrett
Sam Barrett
J.K. Simmons
Edwin Pollard
Edwin Pollard
LJ Benet
Kevin Ratner
Kevin Ratner
Critic Reviews for Dark Skies
Audience Reviews for Dark Skies
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Oct 10, 2016Creepy! Better than expected. The twist at the end was expected.Erin C Super Reviewer
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Jul 12, 2016Probably shouldn't have been titled Dark Skies. Tries to sell you on the Paranormal Activity ghost/demon concept, but you are already certain of what the negative force is because of the name, so the twist is a zero sum.Gimly M Super Reviewer
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Oct 31, 2014Genuinely creepy at the end, though starts out quite lame and even dull.Nicki M Super Reviewer
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Sep 15, 2014This movies goes into the "I was pleasantly surprised" category for those movies that are better-than-you-expected. The trailer was a yawner and the apparent premise initially screamed "overdone!" (Family is creeped out by a a bunch of weird, unexplainable things happening in their suburban home.) While this movie is not original in any way as a whole, there are surprisingly original and creepy scenes to entertain even the most jaded horror fan. While at first it feels like a "made-for-TV" movie, the performances start growing on you and as you finally get an idea of what is really going on, you're hooked. Compared to Director Scott Stewart's previous outings, "Legion" and "Priest," this is the best of the bunch, and frankly, the best of the most recent suburban, lamely titled fright-flicks like "Possession."Mark B Super Reviewer
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