Movie

The Dark Angel

★ 7.5(2)19872h 56m

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Good to know

Director: Peter Hammond
Release date: 1987-02-01
Runtime: 2h 56m
Language: EN
Status: Released

About The Dark Angel

The Dark Angel is a 1987 movie in the Horror, Thriller and Drama genres, directed by Peter Hammond, starring Peter O'Toole, Jane Lapotaire and Beatie Edney. It has a runtime of 2 hours 56 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Dark Angel in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Dark Angel is a sensual and stylish adaptation of Uncle Silas - Sheridan le Fanu’s influential Victorian literary masterpiece. Sheltered heiress Maud Ruthyn's troubles begin when her father hires a new governess. Madame De La Rougierre (played with considerable relish by Jane Lapotaire) is a cruel, brandy-swigging schemer with an unhealthy interest in Maud's inheritance and an approach to childcare that would make Mary Poppins faint. When Maud's father dies she has no choice but to live with her wicked uncle Silas, who will inherit the family fortune if Maud should happen to die. This is not a recipe for domestic bliss and soon it seems that everyone but Maud is either bad, mad, or both.

Cast

Peter O'Toole

Uncle Silas Ruthyn

Jane Lapotaire

Madame de la Rougierre

Beatie Edney

Maud Ruthyn

Barbara Shelley

Cousin Monica

Simon Shepherd

Captain Oakley

Guy Rolfe

Dr. Bryerly

Tim Woodward

Dudley Ruthyn

Norma Shebbeare

Mary Quince

Marcus Gilbert

Lord Carysbroke

Patti Love

Peg Hawkes

Conrad Phillips

Dickon Hawkes

Hilary Sesta

Lucy Wyatt

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Dark Angel in South Africa?+

The Dark Angel is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Dark Angel on Netflix?+

The Dark Angel is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Dark Angel?+

The Dark Angel has a runtime of 2 hours 56 minutes (176 minutes).

Who stars in The Dark Angel?+

The Dark Angel stars Peter O'Toole, Jane Lapotaire, Beatie Edney, Barbara Shelley and Simon Shepherd.

When did The Dark Angel come out?+

The Dark Angel is a 1987 movie directed by Peter Hammond.

What genre is The Dark Angel?+

The Dark Angel is Horror, Thriller, Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Dark Angel?+

The Dark Angel was directed by Peter Hammond.