Dark Star
A group of scientists are sent on a mission to destroy unstable planets. Twenty years into their mission, they have to battle their alien mascot as well as a "sensitive" and intelligent bombing device that starts to question the meaning of its existence.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Cultpix, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Bloodstream, and Kanopy.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Dark Star 1974 Trailer HD
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Quentin Tarantino on Dark Star (Part 2)
Quentin Tarantino on Dark Star (Part 1)
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Frequently asked questions about Dark Star
Where can I watch Dark Star in the United States?
Dark Star is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Cultpix, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Bloodstream, and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Dark Star on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. Dark Star is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside fuboTV, Cultpix, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Bloodstream, and Kanopy.
Can I watch Dark Star for free?
Dark Star streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Bloodstream. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Dark Star?
Dark Star scores 6.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Dark Star?
Dark Star stars Brian Narelle, Cal Kuniholm, Dan O'Bannon, Dre Pahich, and Adam Beckenbaugh. John Carpenter is the director.
How long is Dark Star?
Dark Star runs 1h 23m (83 minutes).
When did Dark Star come out?
Dark Star was released on March 30, 1974.
Which studio made Dark Star?
Dark Star was produced by Jack H. Harris Enterprises and University of Southern California in the United States.
What was the budget for Dark Star?
Dark Star was made on a budget of $60,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.