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4.9 / 10(30 votes)IMDbR19761h 34mUnited States of America, Spain

The People Who Own the Dark

Último deseo

“Now ... there is nothing between you and ... "the people who own the dark"”

Synopsis

A group of rich businessmen and military officers who are partying in an old castle are spared when a nuclear war ravages the earth. When they venture out into the nearest town to search for food and supplies, they find most of the residents blinded, and soon they discover the existence of a sinister group called The People Who Own The Dark.

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The People Who Own the Dark (1976) - Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2012-07-07

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 26, 1979

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
León Klimovsky
Screenplay & Story
Vicente Aranda, Gabriel Moreno Burgos, Joaquín Jordá
Original Score
Miguel Asins Arbó
Original Title
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Country of Origin
United States of America, Spain
Spoken Languages
Spanish
Runtime
1h 34m
Production Studios
Trefilms, José Luis Renedo Tamayo, Newcal

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

León Klimovsky

Screenplay & Story

Vicente Aranda, Gabriel Moreno Burgos, Joaquín Jordá

Original Score & Music

Miguel Asins Arbó

Director of Photography

Miguel Fernández Mila

Film Editing

Soledad López

Producers

José Luis Renedo, Salvadore Romero

Department Leadership Roster

Vicente Aranda

Vicente Aranda

Screenplay

José Luis Renedo

Producer

León Klimovsky

León Klimovsky

Director

Salvadore Romero

Producer

Gabriel Moreno Burgos

Screenplay

Joaquín Jordá

Joaquín Jordá

Screenplay

Soledad López

Editor

Miguel Fernández Mila

Director of Photography

Mercedes de Segovia

Costume Design

Miguel Asins Arbó

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The People Who Own the Dark

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The People Who Own the Dark about?

A group of rich businessmen and military officers who are partying in an old castle are spared when a nuclear war ravages the earth. When they venture out into the nearest town to search for food and supplies, they find most of the residents blinded, and soon they discover the existence of a sinister group called The People Who Own The Dark.

Who directed The People Who Own the Dark?

The People Who Own the Dark was directed by León Klimovsky.

Who stars in The People Who Own the Dark?

The principal cast of The People Who Own the Dark includes Nadiuska, Alberto de Mendoza, Teresa Gimpera, Emiliano Redondo, Julia Saly.

When was The People Who Own the Dark released and how long is it?

The People Who Own the Dark was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.

Who composed the musical score for The People Who Own the Dark?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The People Who Own the Dark was composed by Miguel Asins Arbó.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The People Who Own the Dark?

The People Who Own the Dark holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).