Out of the Darkness (1985): Cast & Where to Watch
Out of the Darkness is a 1985 crime thriller directed by Jud Taylor, starring Robert Trebor as David Berkowitz, Martin Sheen and Charlie Sheen. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes. Stream it on BFI Player.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- Jud Taylor
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Centerpoint
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Out of the Darkness About?
The premise of Out of the Darkness without spoilers.
No one is safe when a madman slips into the night. This gripping thriller recounts the true hunt and capture of David Berkowitz, known as the “Son of Sam,” the infamous serial killer who terrorized New York throughout the 1970s, leaving the city in a climate of fear until his eventual arrest.
Out of the Darkness Themes & Keywords
· 19 tags- new york city
- 1970s
- serial killer
- son of sam
- true crime
- brooklyn new york city
- police
- policeman
- nypd
- murder
- murderer
- illness
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- husband wife relationship
- heart surgery
- father son relationship
- family relationships
- death
- detective
- based on true story
Where to Watch Out of the Darkness
Stream it on BFI Player. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Out of the Darkness Cast & Characters
Robert Trebor leads the cast as David Berkowitz, with Martin Sheen as Eddie Zigo and Charlie Sheen as Man Shaving (uncredited). Directed by Jud Taylor; 53 actors are credited in all.
- Director Jud Taylor
- Robert Trebor as David Berkowitz
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Martin Sheen as Eddie Zigo -
Charlie Sheen as Man Shaving (uncredited) -
Val Avery as Guido Pressano
Also Starring in Out of the Darkness
· 49 more- Joe Spinell Jim Halsey
- Matt Clark John Hubbard
- Jennifer Salt Ann Zigo
- Héctor Elizondo Father George
- Sam McMurray Morrison
- D. B. Sweeney Mike
- John Scott Martin Hector
- Eriq La Salle Bobby
- Thomas Calabro Zigo's Nephew (uncredited)
- Antonia Rey Madame Elena
- Jude Ciccolella Detective O'Malley (uncredited)
- Lucinda Jenney Mary
- Joe Lisi Patrolman
- Paul Jabara Henry
- Vince Grant Ed Zigo Jr.
- Bernie McInerney Dr. Miller
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- Victor Arnold Nick Zigo
- Sonny Grosso Man in Restaurant (uncredited)
- Beege Barkette Henry's Wife
- John McCurry Toll Taker
- Eddie Egan Tom Duncan
- Dick Latessa 'Boss' Tom Messenger
- Rosemary De Angelis Nina
- Caryn West Ronnie / Veronica
- Vincent Russo Ringleader
- James Canning Roberts
- Daniel Ahearn Task Force Cop (uncredited)
- Fritz Sperberg Young Doctor
- Martin Vidnovic Karl
- Harold Guskin Hospital Administrator
- Jim Borrelli Tisch
- Lauren Sautner Little Girl
- Gina DeAngeles Grandmother
- Larry Atlas Dan
- Marvin Scott Marvin Scott
- Ben Siegler Steve
- Kate Mulligan Kate
- Olivia Ward Nurse #1
- Mark Tenore Kenny
- Valerie Swift Hooker (uncredited)
- Joe Chiaramonte Tommy (uncredited)
- Ann Talman Susan Zigo
- Jane Cronin Woman with Dog
- Sugar Johnson Young Boy
- Pam Nahal Sharon
- Ann Sachs Betty
- Andrew Spathis Constantine
- Mickey Treanor Donahue
- Ed Zigo Primary Negotiator
Cars in Out of the Darkness
24 cars on screen, including the 1979 Buick Electra 225 and the 1977 Plymouth Fury.
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1979 Buick Electra 225 Important role -
1977 Plymouth Fury Important role -
1977 Buick LeSabre Minor role -
Chevrolet C-20 Minor role
Out of the Darkness Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Lejos de las tinieblas” and “Un tueur dans New York”.
- Also known as
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- Lejos de las tinieblas
- Un tueur dans New York
- Fuori nel buio
- Nachts wenn der Mörder kommt
- 纽约屠夫落网记
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness, Out of the Dark and Out of the Fog.
Out of the Darkness FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Out of the Darkness, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Out of the Darkness?
Out of the Darkness runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Out of the Darkness released?
Out of the Darkness was released on October 12, 1985.
Who directed Out of the Darkness?
Out of the Darkness was directed by Jud Taylor.
More films by Jud Taylor Who is in the cast of Out of the Darkness?
Out of the Darkness stars Robert Trebor as David Berkowitz, Martin Sheen as Eddie Zigo and Charlie Sheen as Man Shaving (uncredited), among 53 credited actors.
Where can I watch Out of the Darkness?
In the US, Out of the Darkness is streaming on BFI Player (availability from JustWatch).
Does Out of the Darkness have a post-credit scene?
No. Out of the Darkness has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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