30 Days of Night

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30 Days of Night

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Released Oct 19, 2007

1h 53m

Horror

Mystery & Thriller

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In the far Northern Hemisphere, the small town of Barrow, Alaska, experiences a solid month of darkness every year. Though most of the residents head south for the winter, some townspeople remain behind. However, those that stay regret their decision when, one year, hungry vampires descend on Barrow to feed. Sheriff Eben (Josh Hartnett), his wife (Melissa George) and a dwindling band of survivors must try to last until dawn breaks over Barrow's monthlong twilight.

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Critics Consensus

While 30 Days of Night offers a few thrills, it ultimately succumbs to erratic execution.

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Wesley Morris

Boston Globe

Rated: 4/4

Nov 29, 2011

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Hank Sartin

Time Out

Rated: 3/5

Nov 17, 2011

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Ben Kenigsberg

Time Out

Rated: 3/5

Nov 17, 2011

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

Douses its audience in carnage and suspense.

Rated: 8/10

Nov 24, 2020

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Mariló García

Cinemanía (Spain)

The aerial tracking shot of the battlefield... deserves an ovation. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 3.5/5

Nov 2, 2020

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Mattie Lucas

From the Front Row

A sadly missed opportunity, a waste of talent on senseless dreck that made even the always welcome Danny Huston as the vampire leader look silly.

Rated: 1.5/4

Jul 6, 2019

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Ralph R

30 Days of Night starts strong with a decent introduction to its characters and a cold, moody color palette that sets the tone for the film. The cinematography isn’t groundbreaking, but it works well to capture the isolation and terror of the Alaskan setting. The production is solid overall, though there are a few minor details that could’ve used more attention—nothing too distracting, though. The script and storyline are serviceable, keeping the tension high and the stakes constant throughout. However, the film stumbles a bit in the finale, which, while not terrible, doesn’t quite deliver the epic conclusion you’d hope for after such a suspenseful buildup. Overall, I enjoyed watching it, but it’s not a movie I’d revisit. It’s worth a watch for fans of horror and vampire thrillers, but it doesn’t leave a lasting impression.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

12/13/24

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James W

I actually dont understand the hate for this movie, it's a great horror film that follows certain tropes but it's able to break away with it's setting and lore of Barrow Alaska burning down. If you enjoy horror and are tired of typical vampires you will get enjoyment from this movie.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/11/24

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Benjamin P

I am not going to rant and rave about this film but I watched it when I was in my twenties and didn't really think thanking of it as I had seen other movies which I found more to my liking, however, I watched it today and charger over how much I enjoyed it. As I have grown into my thirties I have grown more accustomed to the horror genre and this is perfect for my tastes. Sent chills down my spine. Considering when it was made and how cinema is to date I cannot help but absolutely love this film. Instead of remaking films like Peters Dragon and destroying people childhoods they should remake films like this or even make different art style versions of these types of films because I would pay to see it. That is just me though.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/28/24

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Mark B

I love this movie it's great for me

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/25/24

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Justin W

It was good & entertaining but it can use a better ending imo. This one of the most underrated vampire movie.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

11/17/24

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Stephen H

One of the most underrated horror/vampire films of all-time.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

10/30/24

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David Slade

Director

Josh Hartnett

Sheriff Eben

Melissa George

Stella

Danny Huston

Marlow

Ben Foster

The Stranger

Mark Boone Junior

Beau Brower

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Synopsis

In the far Northern Hemisphere, the small town of Barrow, Alaska, experiences a solid month of darkness every year. Though most of the residents head south for the winter, some townspeople remain behind. However, those that stay regret their decision when, one year, hungry vampires descend on Barrow to feed. Sheriff Eben (Josh Hartnett), his wife (Melissa George) and a dwindling band of survivors must try to last until dawn breaks over Barrow's monthlong twilight.

Director: David Slade
Producer: Sam Raimi, Rob Tapert
Screenwriter: Steve Niles, Stuart Beattie, Brian Nelson
Distributor: Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co: Columbia Pictures, Dark Horse Entertainment, Ghost House Pictures
Rating: R (Strong Horror Violence|Language)
Genre: Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 19, 2007, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 12, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $39.6M
Runtime: 1h 53m
Sound Mix: Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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