In the Dark (2019)
A darkly comic drama about a blind woman on a reckless mission to solve her friend's murder — one chaotic step at a time.
In the Dark - Series Information
- Original Title: In the Dark
- First Air Year: 2019
- Last Air Year: 2022
- Created by: Corinne Kingsbury
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 45 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 4
- Number of Episodes: 52
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: April 4, 2019 (United States - TV-14), April 4, 2019 (Canada - 18+), April 4, 2019 (United Kingdom - 15), April 4, 2019 (Germany - 16), April 4, 2019 (France - 16), April 4, 2019 (Australia - M), April 4, 2019 (Brazil - 14), April 4, 2019 (Spain - 16)
- Networks: The CW
- Alternative Titles: Dans le noir (CA), In the Dark (MX), 暗中 (CN)
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Television, CBS Studios, Red Hour
- Production Countries: United States of America
In the Dark - Plot
Murphy is a flawed and irreverent woman who just happens to be blind and is the only "witness" to the murder of her drug-dealing friend, Tyson. When the police dismiss her story, she sets out with her dog, Pretzel, to find the killer while also managing her colorful dating life and the job she hates at Guiding Hope, the guide-dog school owned by her overprotective parents.
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In the Dark - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Corinne Kingsbury
Main Cast
- Perry Mattfeld
- Morgan Krantz
- Casey Deidrick
- Keston John
- Brooke Markham
- Rich Sommer
- Theodore Bhat
- Matt Murray
- Kathleen York
- Derek Webster
Writers
- Malarie Howard
- Eric Randall
- Corinne Kingsbury
- Jeannine Renshaw
- Yael Zinkow
Executive Producers
- Corinne Kingsbury
- Michael Showalter
- Ben Stiller
- Jackie Cohn
- Nicholas Weinstock
In the Dark - FAQs
Where can you stream In the Dark?
In the Dark is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads in the United States. It can also be purchased digitally on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability may vary by region.
Is In the Dark based on a true story?
No, In the Dark is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional series created by Corinne Kingsbury. The premise of a blind woman investigating her friend's murder is entirely invented, though the show draws on real themes of disability, identity, and systemic injustice.
Why was In the Dark cancelled after season 4?
The CW cancelled In the Dark in 2022 as part of a sweeping network restructuring following its sale to Nexstar Media Group. Many long-running CW originals were axed simultaneously. The show concluded after four seasons and 52 episodes, with season 4 serving as its final chapter.
Who plays Murphy in In the Dark?
Perry Mattfeld plays Murphy Mason, the show's blind protagonist. Mattfeld, a sighted actress, received considerable attention for her portrayal of Murphy. The cast also includes Morgan Krantz, Casey Deidrick, Keston John, Brooke Markham, Rich Sommer, and Derek Webster.
How many seasons does In the Dark have?
In the Dark ran for four seasons, each consisting of 13 episodes, for a total of 52 episodes. The series premiered on The CW on April 4, 2019, and concluded in 2022 after being cancelled by the network.
What is In the Dark about?
In the Dark centers on Murphy, a blind, self-destructive young woman who becomes the sole witness to her drug-dealing friend Tyson's murder. Dismissed by police, she launches her own investigation alongside her guide dog Pretzel, while juggling a turbulent love life and a job she resents at her parents' guide-dog school.
What is the content rating for In the Dark?
In the Dark is rated TV-14 in the United States, indicating content that may be unsuitable for children under 14. The series contains mature themes including drug use, violence, and adult language. It carries an 18+ rating in Canada and a 15 certificate in the United Kingdom.
Who created In the Dark on The CW?
In the Dark was created by Corinne Kingsbury, who also served as an executive producer and writer on the series. The show was executive produced alongside Ben Stiller and Michael Showalter, with Warner Bros. Television and CBS Studios among its production companies.
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