Dark Intruder
Dark Intruder

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Dark Intruder

1965
Movie
59 min
English

Police call in occult expert to help solve series of murders.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Harvey HartGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Mystery

Plot Summary

A lone astronaut on a desolate planet is haunted by a mysterious, invisible entity. As the entity grows stronger, it begins to physically manifest and terrorize the astronaut. He must find a way to combat this alien force before it consumes him entirely, uncovering the creature's origins and its terrifying purpose.

Critical Reception

Dark Intruder is a lesser-known B-movie from the 1960s, often seen as a cult classic among genre enthusiasts. While its low budget is apparent, it's generally praised for its atmospheric tension and Leslie Nielsen's performance in a serious role. Critics at the time noted its ambitious scope for its time, though some found its pacing slow and its special effects dated.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and early sci-fi horror elements.

  • Leslie Nielsen's compelling performance in a non-comedic role is a highlight.

  • The film's limited budget and sometimes slow pacing are noted drawbacks.

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Fun Fact

This film was originally intended to be a feature-length production but was cut down to utilize the existing footage for a television pilot that was never picked up.

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2 reviews
JPV852

JPV852

Okay feature short (that was a failed TV pilot) has its moments and fun seeing Leslie Nielsen before he became a comedic actor. Nothing great but watchable I suppose. **3.0/5**

John Chard

John Chard

Fiendish frolics in Frisco. Dark Intruder is directed by Harvey Hart and written by Barre Lyndon. It stars Leslie Nielsen, Gilbert Green, Charles Bolender, Mark Richman, Judith Meredith and Werner Klemperer. Music is by Lalo Schifrin and...