The Blackening 2023
"We can't all die first."
When a tight-knit group of seven African American friends retreats to a remote cabin for a weekend getaway, their plans for relaxation quickly dissolve into sheer terror.
Director: Tim Story
Cast
Grace Byers
Allison
Jermaine Fowler
Clifton
Melvin Gregg
King
X Mayo
Shanika
Dewayne Perkins
Dewayne
Antoinette Robertson
Lisa
Sinqua Walls
Nnamdi
Jay Pharoah
Shawn
Yvonne Orji
Morgan
Diedrich Bader
Officer White
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Blackening (2023) about?
Seven close friends head to a secluded cabin for a weekend of fun, only to discover they're prey for a vengeful killer. As the body count rises, they must use their wits and horror movie savvy to survive—before they become the next victims.
Who directed The Blackening?
Tim Story, known for his work on comedy and action films, directs *The Blackening*, bringing a sharp eye for both tension and humor to this genre-bending thriller.
Who stars in The Blackening?
The film features Grace Byers, Jermaine Fowler, Melvin Gregg, X Mayo, Dewayne Perkins, and Antoinette Robertson in a powerhouse ensemble cast.
Is The Blackening (2023) worth watching?
With its clever mix of horror and comedy, *The Blackening* offers a thrilling ride that plays with genre expectations while delivering genuine scares and laughs. Fans of dark humor and suspenseful storytelling will find plenty to enjoy, even if the IMDb rating isn't yet available.
How long is The Blackening?
*The Blackening* has a runtime of 97 minutes.
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About The Blackening (2023) — A Horror-Comedy Where Survival Means Outsmarting the Killer
When a tight-knit group of seven African American friends retreats to a remote cabin for a weekend getaway, their plans for relaxation quickly dissolve into sheer terror.
Directed by Tim Story, *The Blackening (2023)* blends razor-sharp horror with laugh-out-loud comedy, creating a genre-defying experience that feels both fresh and nostalgic. Trapped with a relentless killer who's armed with a grudge and a twisted sense of irony, the group must rely on their street smarts, survival instincts, and deep knowledge of horror tropes to outwit their assailant. The film crackles with suspense and wit, delivering scares that hit hard while keeping audiences guessing until the final twist.
