The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising (2007): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising is a 2007 adventure thriller directed by David L. Cunningham, starring Alexander Ludwig, Ian McShane and Christopher Eccleston. It is partly based on The Dark Is Rising by Susan Cooper. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $31.9 million worldwide. Critics gave it 38 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- David L. Cunningham
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Fox-Walden
- Based on
- The Dark Is Rising by Susan Cooper
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising About?
The premise of The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising without spoilers, adapted from The Dark Is Rising by Susan Cooper. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
On his eleventh birthday, Will Stanton discovers he is a vital Old One destined to confront the Dark’s ultimate attempt to control humanity. Drawn into a struggle between ancient forces of Light and Dark, he must embrace his heritage and unlock his hidden abilities. Embarking on a dangerous journey, Will seeks to harness his power and protect the world from being consumed by an encroaching darkness, facing perilous trials and uncovering secrets along the way.
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- loose adaptation
- snow adventure
- boy
- christmas
- christmas party
- blizzard
- good versus evil
- based on novel
- warrior
- psychotronic film
- bare chested male
- bed
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- father figure
- fall
- prank
- male bonding
- party
- ritual
- paternity
- dream
- drowning
- gift
- child in jeopardy
- group
- birthday
- light
- quest
- close up of mouth
- close up of eyes
- dark versus light
- foot chase
- butler
- pendant
- crow
- bridge
- bedroom
- manor house
- raven
- knocked unconscious
- knife held to throat
- college student
- butterfly knife
- pub
- bell ringing
- bell
- stuffed animal
- chicken
- cock fight
- tavern
- long lost son
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising Cast
Alexander Ludwig leads the cast, with Ian McShane and Christopher Eccleston. Directed by David L. Cunningham.
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Director David L. Cunningham
More from David L. Cunningham
More films directed by David L. Cunningham, best-rated first: Running for Grace, The Wind & the Reckoning, After… and To End All Wars.
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising 38 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 38 Metascore
User score 4.9
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TMDB 54% User score
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The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising Plot Summary
What happens in The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Will Stanton, portrayed by Alexander Ludwig, is on the cusp of his fourteenth birthday, a pivotal moment that invites both anticipation and impending peril. As Will and his siblings stroll home, they encounter the enigmatic Miss Greythorne, played by Frances Conroy, and her loyal butler, Ian McShane, who extend an invitation to a lavish Christmas party. Shortly thereafter, two unfamiliar farmers, Dawson (James Cosmo) and Old George (Jim Piddock), arrive at their home carrying a sumptuous Christmas tree ordered by the Stanton family. Despite the joyous spirit, these farmers eerily know Will’s name, offering him birthday wishes while ominously predicting foul weather on the horizon, even though the skies are clear.
Full summary
The whole story of The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising, scene by scene
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising Box Office
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising grossed $31.9 million worldwide. $8.8 million came from the US and Canada and $23.1 million (72%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$31.9M
- US & Canada
- $8.8M
- International
- $23.1M
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising.
How Well Do You Know The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is Will Stanton's age when the events of the movie take place?
Cars in The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising
8 cars on screen, including the 1980 Daimler Limousine and the Dennis Dart.
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1982 Ford Escort MkIII Background role -
1996 Ford Escort 55 MkVI Background role
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising Also Known As
27 alternative titles, including “Il risveglio delle tenebre” and “Os Seis Signos da Luz”.
- Also known as
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- Il risveglio delle tenebre
- Os Seis Signos da Luz
- The Seeker The Dark Is Rising
- Wintersonnenwende - Die Jagd nach den sechs Zeichen des Lichts
- 光の六つのしるし
- Los seis signos de la luz
- Karanlık Yükseliyor
- Les Portes du temps
- The Dark is Rising: En ring av järn
- Восход тьмы
- Probuzení tmy
- Ébredő sötétség
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- Началото на мрака
- The Dark Is Rising: Den sorte rytter
- Pimeä Nousee
- זריחת האפלה
- El buscador la oscuridad se levanta
- Ciemność rusza do boju
- Išrinktasis. Blogio imperijos iškilimas
- Le chercheur : À l'assaut des ténèbres
- 싸인시커 : 여섯개의 빛을 찾아서
- 黑暗崛起
- Prebudenie tmy
- ザ・シーカー 光の六つのしるし
- Meklētājs: Tumsa aust
- Quyền Lực Bóng Đêm, წყვდიადის ალიონი
- Схід темряви
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The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising?
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising released?
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising was released on October 5, 2007.
Who directed The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising?
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising was directed by David L. Cunningham.
More films by David L. Cunningham Who is in the cast of The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising?
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising stars Alexander Ludwig, Ian McShane and Christopher Eccleston.
How much did The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising make at the box office?
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising grossed $31.9 million worldwide ($8.8 million domestic, $23.1 million international).
How is The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising rated?
The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising has 38 on Metacritic and 54% on TMDB.
Is The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising based on a book?
Yes. The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising is partly adapted from The Dark Is Rising by Susan Cooper.
Does The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising have a post-credit scene?
No. The Seeker: The Dark Is Rising has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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