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Something Wicked This Way Comes
“What would you give a man who could make your deepest dream come true?”
6.5 / 10• 1983• 1h 35m•PG• English
FantasyMysteryThriller
Storyline
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?
Cast & Crew
Jason Robards
Charles Halloway
Lead
Jonathan Pryce
Mr. Dark
Diane Ladd
Mrs. Nightshade
Royal Dano
Tom Fury
Vidal Peterson
Will Halloway
Shawn Carson
Jim Nightshade
Mary Grace Canfield
Miss Foley
Richard Davalos
Mr. Crosetti
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Jack Clayton's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Something Wicked This Way Comes is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
