Dark Woods (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 5.7

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Released in 2003, Dark Woods is a thriller, adventure, horror and mystery film directed by Pål Øie, running about 85 minutes. “They should have stayed away from that water” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. 5 Norwegians head for a cabin in the wilderness for a few days of team building. But strange things start happening - especially down by the water where they find an abandoned tent. Is there someone else?

Who’s in it. Dark Woods stars Bjørn Floberg as Gunnar, Kristoffer Joner as Lasse, Eva Röse as Elin and Sampda Sharma as Sara, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Dark Woods has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.2M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dark Woods page.

If you liked it. Fans of Dark Woods tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Dark Woods (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dark Woods change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Dark Woods worth watching?
Dark Woods holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, adventure, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Dark Woods?
Dark Woods stars Bjørn Floberg, Kristoffer Joner, Eva Röse, Sampda Sharma and Marko Iversen Kanic.
When was Dark Woods released?
Dark Woods was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.