Skip to content
What's After the Movie?
Comedy horror film

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight (2020): Cast, Ratings & Plot

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight (2020) movie poster

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight is a 2020 comedy horror film directed by Bartosz M. Kowalski, starring Mirosław Zbrojewicz as Postman, Gabriela Muskała and Sebastian Dela. It runs 1 hour 42 minutes. Its Echo Score is 30/100.

Loading streaming availability…
Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 42m (102 min)
Genres
Comedy , Horror
Original language
Polish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight About?

The premise of Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A group of technology-addicted teenagers attends a forest rehabilitation camp, seeking to disconnect from their devices. However, they find themselves facing a sinister supernatural force determined to permanently cut them off from the digital world, leading to a terrifying fight for survival.

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • gay character
  • basement
  • twin boys
  • twins
  • machete
  • camp
  • lake
  • decapitation
  • deformed man
  • chained to a wall
  • bitten out tongue
  • graphic violence
+38 more
  • serial killer
  • female nudity
  • male rear nudity
  • slasher
  • forest
  • blob
  • man in a shower
  • backwoods slasher
  • flashback
  • murder
  • blood
  • prosthetic legs
  • policeman
  • disfigurement
  • woods
  • severed head
  • severed arm
  • stabbed in the stomach
  • teen slasher
  • nude girl
  • teenage boy teenage girl sex
  • fox
  • virgin
  • first time
  • teenager
  • murder of a policeman
  • slasher homage
  • homage
  • throwback
  • 80s slasher
  • slasher horror
  • group
  • female pedal pumping
  • mutilation
  • gore
  • maggot
  • blood splatter
  • dead animal
Loading streaming availability…
Cast & crew

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight Cast & Characters

Mirosław Zbrojewicz leads the cast as Postman, with Gabriela Muskała as Iza and Sebastian Dela as Daniel Czajka. Directed by Bartosz M. Kowalski; 22 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight

· 18 more
Show all 22 cast members
From the director

More from Bartosz M. Kowalski

More films directed by Bartosz M. Kowalski: Night Silence and Playground.

Full filmography
Ratings

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 30/100, strongest in sensory experience (40) and weakest in story & flow (25).

30 /100

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight Echo Score Breakdown

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight delivers a largely unsatisfying sequel experience, as evidenced by the prevalence of negative feedback across both critics and audiences. Reviewers highlight rushed production, inconsistent storytelling, and a lack of compelling character work, while only a handful of viewers express enthusiasm for its horror elements. The limited praise for visual moments does not offset the pervasive criticism of the film's overall execution. Consequently, the movie registers a low overall Echo Score reflecting consensus disapproval.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of direction and visual craftsmanship, the sequel shows notable shortcomings. Critics note a sloppy, rushed feel and pervasive inconsistencies, while some viewers acknowledge striking pictures but deem the overall direction poor. The production design and editing receive little commendation, reinforcing a perception of diminished technical quality. The net impression is that the film’s art and craft fall short of expectations.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When evaluating acting and character depth, the reception is overwhelmingly negative. Reviewers cite a lack of emotional resonance, with the monster’s dialogue described as comically juvenile and the overall character work labeled incoherent. No specific praise for performances emerges, and the chemistry among characters appears weak. Overall, the character aspect contributes little to audience engagement.

  • Story & Flow 25

    Storytelling is identified as a primary weakness throughout the feedback. Critics and users alike criticize the plot as inconsistent, incoherent, and lacking originality, with several calling the sequel an insult to viewers. The pacing and narrative cohesion receive no positive remarks, and the ending is described as ruining the film. Consequently, the narrative element is judged poorly.

  • Sensory Experience 40

    Sensory experience receives a mildly more favorable view due to occasional visual appreciation. Some audience members praise the cinematography as “amazing,” yet no comments celebrate sound design or soundtrack. The limited positive notes do not compensate for the broader negative context, resulting in a modest score that reflects mixed but generally subdued sentiment.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    Rewatch factor is largely dismissed by reviewers, who express unwillingness to view the sequel again and prefer alternative horror titles. Only a small subset of users claim enjoyment and recommend repeat viewings. The dominant sentiment suggests low replay value and limited lasting appeal, leading to a low rewatch rating.

Plot

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight Plot Summary

What happens in Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

An old woman is seen washing blood-stained clothes in a tub, and a visiting Mirosław Zbrojewicz postman who arrives at the house notices noises drifting from the cellar. Convinced someone is trapped, he pries open the entrance, but is dragged into darkness by an unseen force and vanishes.

Thirty years later, a phone-free camp for teenagers opens, with phones surrendered to the camp leaders. The teens are sorted into groups, and the main group ends up with the camp’s counselor, Gabriela Muskała Iza, who leads them on a three‑day trek into the woods. The atmosphere is tense but orderly as the camp tries to keep things light and safe in a setting that feels almost timeless.

Full summary

The whole story of Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight, scene by scene

Read the full summary
Videos

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight.

Official Trailer | Horror Brains
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

  1. Question 1: not answered
  2. Question 2: not answered
  3. Question 3: not answered
  4. Question 4: not answered
  5. Question 5: not answered
  6. Question 6: not answered
  7. Question 7: not answered
  8. Question 8: not answered
  9. Question 9: not answered
  10. Question 10: not answered

What must the teenagers surrender when they arrive at the camp?

Details

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight Also Known As

21 alternative titles, including “今天没有人在森林里入睡” and “断线森林”.

Also known as
  • 今天没有人在森林里入睡
  • 断线森林
  • Dnes v noci v lese nikdo nespí
  • Никто сегодня не спит в лесу
  • Non dormire nel bosco stanotte
  • 그 숲에선 누구도 잠들 수 없다
  • Nadie duerme en el bosque esta noche
  • Sem Conexão
  • Bu Gece Ormanda Kimse Uyumuyor
  • Không Ai Ngủ Trong Rừng Đêm Nay
  • 斷線森林
  • Éber erdő
+9 more
  • 今夜林中无人入睡
  • אף אחד לא יירדם ביער
  • คืนผวาป่าไร้เงา
  • Ingen sover i skoven i nat
  • Сьогодні в лісі не до сну
  • Κανείς δεν Κοιμάται στο Δάσος Απόψε
  • 誰も眠らない森
  • Personne ne dort dans les bois ce soir
  • 無眠森間

Seen Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight?

FAQ

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight?

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).

When was Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight released?

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight was released on March 20, 2020.

Who directed Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight?

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight was directed by Bartosz M. Kowalski.

More films by Bartosz M. Kowalski

Who is in the cast of Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight?

Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight stars Mirosław Zbrojewicz as Postman, Gabriela Muskała as Iza and Sebastian Dela as Daniel Czajka, among 22 credited actors.

Does Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight have a post-credit scene?

No. Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight in?

The original language of Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight is Polish.

Coming soon to your phone

The Plot Explained Movie Summary App

From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.

Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app