Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (film)


 * For the book, see Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.

Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark is a horror film directed by André Øvredal, based on the children's book series of the same name by Alvin Schwartz. The screenplay was adapted by Dan and Kevin Hageman, from a screen story by producer Guillermo del Toro, as well as Patrick Melton and Marcus Dunstan.

Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark was theatrically released on August 9, 2019, by Lionsgate. The film received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the horror elements, though some criticized the screenplay.