Now, before we get into the nitty-gritty of how you can watch 'The Old Dark House' right now, here are some key details about the Universal Pictures drama flick. The Old Dark House starring Boris Karloff, Melvyn Douglas, Charles Laughton, Lilian Bond has a NR rating, a runtime of about 1 hr 10 min. The release date of the movie is October 20th, 1932. The movie received a user score of 67/100 on TMDb, which is based on reviews from 290 verified users.
Looking for a quick synopsis? Here's the plot: "In a remote region of Wales, five travelers beset by a relentless storm find shelter in an old mansion."
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'The Old Dark House' Release Dates
Watch in Movie Theaters on October 20th, 1932
Watch on DVD or Blu-ray starting
September 2nd, 2003
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