Something Wicked This Way Comes(1983)
“What would you give a man who could make your deepest dream come true?”
Overview
In a small American town, a diabolical circus arrives, granting wishes for the townsfolk, but twisted as only the esteemed Mr. Dark can make them. Can two young boys overcome the worst the devil himself can deal out?
Director
Jack Clayton
Studio
Walt Disney Productions
Budget
$20M
Revenue
$8M
Cast
Jason Robards
as Charles Halloway
Jonathan Pryce
as Mr. Dark
Diane Ladd
as Mrs. Nightshade
Royal Dano
as Tom Fury
Vidal Peterson
as Will Halloway
Shawn Carson
as Jim Nightshade
Mary Grace Canfield
as Miss Foley
Richard Davalos
as Mr. Crosetti
Jake Dengel
as Mr. Tetley
Jack Dodson
as Dr. Douglas
Bruce M. Fischer
as Mr. Cooger
Ellen Geer
as Mrs. Halloway
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1983
Runtime
1h 35m
Language
English
Rating
6.4 / 10
Budget
$20M
Box Office
$8M
Production Companies
Walt Disney Productions • Bryna Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Something Wicked This Way Comes?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Something Wicked This Way Comes (1983).
What is Something Wicked This Way Comes about?▼
In a small American town, a diabolical circus arrives, granting wishes for the townsfolk, but twisted as only the esteemed Mr. Dark can make them. Can two young boys overcome the worst the devil himself can deal out?
Who directed Something Wicked This Way Comes?▼
Something Wicked This Way Comes was directed by Jack Clayton and released in 1983. It is a fantasy, mystery, thriller film.
How long is Something Wicked This Way Comes?▼
Something Wicked This Way Comes has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
Who stars in Something Wicked This Way Comes?▼
The cast of Something Wicked This Way Comes includes Jason Robards as Charles Halloway, Jonathan Pryce as Mr. Dark, Diane Ladd as Mrs. Nightshade, Royal Dano as Tom Fury, Vidal Peterson as Will Halloway and more.
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