Dark of the Sun
“Brutes! Savages! Heroes! They're Mercenaries... They're Paid to do a Job!”
A band of mercenaries led by Captain Curry travel through war-torn Congo across deadly terrain, battling rival armies, to steal $50 million in uncut diamonds. But infighting, sadistic rebels and a time lock jeopardize everything.
Where to watch Dark of the Sun in United States
Amazon Video
Apple TV StoreClick a service to open Dark of the Sun there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Dark of the Sun streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Canal VOD |
| Brazil | Oldflix | — |
About Dark of the Sun
Dark of the Sun is a 1968 English-language war, adventure and drama film directed by Jack Cardiff. The cast is led by Rod Taylor, Yvette Mimieux, Peter Carsten. It has a runtime of 1h 41m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Dark of the Sun was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios and made in United Kingdom. It was released on February 8, 1968, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $2 million, it went on to gross $2 million worldwide.
- Director
- Jack Cardiff
- Writers
- Ranald MacDougall, Adrian Spies
- Release date
- February 8, 1968
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Budget
- $2 million
- Box office
- $2 million
- Production
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios
Dark of the Sun cast & crew
Dark of the Sun was directed by Jack Cardiff and written by Ranald MacDougall and Adrian Spies.
The cast features Rod Taylor as Curry, Yvette Mimieux as Claire, Peter Carsten as Henlein, Jim Brown as Ruffo, Kenneth More as Doctor Wreid, and André Morell as Bussier.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jacques Loussier, cinematography is by Edward Scaife, and it was produced by George Englund.
Is Dark of the Sun worth watching?
Dark of the Sun holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 81 ratings, a solidly received war films.
At 1h 41m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy war, adventure, and drama, Dark of the Sun is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Dark of the Sun
Dark of the Sun isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Cast of Dark of the Sun
Rod Taylor
Curry
Yvette Mimieux
Claire
Peter Carsten
Henlein
Jim Brown
Ruffo
Kenneth More
Doctor Wreid
André Morell
Bussier
Olivier Despax
Surrier
Guy Deghy
Delage
Bloke Modisane
Kataki
Calvin Lockhart
Ubi
Alan Gifford
Jansen
David Bauer
Adams
Dark of the Sun — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Dark of the Sun in United States?
Dark of the Sun is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
▸What language is Dark of the Sun in?
Dark of the Sun is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Dark of the Sun?
Dark of the Sun runs 1 hours 41 minutes (101 minutes).
▸What is Dark of the Sun rated?
Dark of the Sun is rated NR. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 81 ratings.
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