Darkness Before Dawn
Originally released in 1993. Darkness Before Dawn is a drama/tv movie film. directed by John Patterson. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Meredith Baxter, Stephen Lang, and Kirsten Dunst
Synopsis
An uplifting family drama about the danger of drug addiction, DARKNESS BEFORE DAWN stars Meredith Baxter (TV's FAMILY TIES). Baxter plays Mary Ann, a nurse at a methadone clinic who falls in love with one of her patients, Guy (Stephen Lang). While helping him overcome his drug addiction, she still manages to hide her own dalliances with narcotics--so well, in fact, that no one suspects at all. The pair marry and have a child, but soon Mary Ann's troubled past and hidden addiction threaten the stability of the happy life that she and Guy finally have for themselves. DARKNESS BEFORE DAWN illustrates the power of family love and how it can overcome even the greatest personal problems.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 15, 1993
32 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Meredith Baxter
as Mary Ann Guard
Stephen Lang
as Guy Grand
Kirsten Dunst
as Sandra Guard (age 8)
Gwynyth Walsh
as Sandra Guard
Chelsea Hertford
as Jennifer
Michael Bryan French
as Jack
Natalie West
as Mrs. Guard
Robert Desiderio
as Al Van Petten
Richard Grove
as Father
Alana Austin
as Mary Ann Guard (age 9)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darkness Before Dawn about?
An uplifting family drama about the danger of drug addiction, DARKNESS BEFORE DAWN stars Meredith Baxter (TV's FAMILY TIES). Baxter plays Mary Ann, a nurse at a methadone clinic who falls in love w...
Who directed Darkness Before Dawn?
Darkness Before Dawn was directed by John Patterson.
How long is Darkness Before Dawn?
Darkness Before Dawn has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was Darkness Before Dawn released?
Darkness Before Dawn was released on February 15, 1993 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Darkness Before Dawn?
The main cast of Darkness Before Dawn includes Meredith Baxter, Stephen Lang, Kirsten Dunst, Gwynyth Walsh, Chelsea Hertford.