The Darkest Hour (2011)
Five young people in Moscow battle an alien invasion that exploits Earth's power grid.
In Moscow, five young people lead the charge against an alien race which has attacked Earth via our power supply.
How intense is The Darkest Hour?
The Darkest Hour is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Darkest Hour feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulhigh octanepulpy
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Darkest Hour
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 9, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Darkest Hour for you?
Is The Darkest Hour scary?
Only a little. The Darkest Hour has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Darkest Hour gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Darkest Hour sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Darkest Hour OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Darkest Hour?
The Darkest Hour runs 1h 29m.
Where can I stream The Darkest Hour?
The Darkest Hour is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla, The Roku Channel and YouTube (free).
Does The Darkest Hour have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
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