Unfriended: Dark Web

"Death wants some face time."

2018 1h 32m EN

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6.3

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★6.3TMDB · 1,721

Horror

Synopsis

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When a 20-something finds a cache of hidden files on his new laptop, he and his friends are unwittingly thrust into the depths of the dark web. They soon discover someone has been watching their every move and will go to unimaginable lengths to protect the dark web.

“Death wants some face time.”

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Cast

Colin Woodell
Matias O'Brien
Betty Gabriel
Nari Jemisin
Rebecca Rittenhouse
Serena Lange
Andrew Lees
Damon Horton
Connor Del Rio
Aj Williams
Stephanie Nogueras
Amaya DeSoto
Savira Windyani
Lexx Putri
Chelsea Alden
Kelly

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Stephen Susco
Writers: Stephen Susco
Languages: Indonesian, Japanese, English
Countries: United States of America

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MONEY

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Shot for just $1.0M — micro-budget by Hollywood standards.

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MONEY

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Grossed $16M — a 16.4× return. The kind of profit studios chase for a decade.

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3 / 8

ERA

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Released 8 years ago.

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4 / 8

WORLD

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Dialogue crosses 3 languages: Indonesian, Japanese, English.

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5 / 8

CINEMA

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Part of the "Unfriended Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.

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6 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Directed by Stephen Susco, shot by Kevin Stewart. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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7 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Editor Andrew Wesman shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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8 / 8

CAST

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Colin Woodell and Betty Gabriel and Rebecca Rittenhouse carry the top of the cast.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Stephen Susco directs. Kevin Stewart behind the camera. Andrew Wesman cuts. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Made its budget back several times over at the box office. Produced in United States of America. Dialogue in Indonesian, Japanese, English.

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1Shot for just $1.0M — micro-budget by Hollywood standards.
2Grossed $16M — a 16.4× return. The kind of profit studios chase for a decade.
3Released 8 years ago.
4Dialogue crosses 3 languages: Indonesian, Japanese, English.
5Part of the "Unfriended Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
6Directed by Stephen Susco, shot by Kevin Stewart. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
7Editor Andrew Wesman shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
8Colin Woodell and Betty Gabriel and Rebecca Rittenhouse carry the top of the cast.
9Marketing tagline: "Death wants some face time.".
10IMDB entry: tt4761916 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
11Classified under 12 themes, including "webcam", "sequel", "lesbian relationship", "hacking".

The technical file

Cinematography: Kevin Stewart
Editing: Andrew Wesman
Production design: Chris Davis
Costume design: Cassandra Jensen
Sound: Daniele Carli
Stunt coordinator: Joe Perez
Runtime: 92 min · 1h 32m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Budget: $1,000,000
Box office: $16,434,588
Return: 1643% of budget
Original language: EN
Certification (US): R
IMDB: Unfriended: Dark Web (2018)

Part of

Unfriended Collection

An American horror film series presented as computer screen films, being told almost entirely through a laptop computer.

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Gimly2019-01-23
★ 6/10
Something that I've noticed recently in horror franchises that have tried to get off the ground in the past couple of years, the second entry is actually better than the first. In ages past, a thing unheard of, but now at least as common as not. Same goes for Unfriended: Dark Web. Just about everything is one step up from the first Unfriended movie: Acting, AV, urgency, the shorter wait times, and the new direction Dark Web takes in terms of its antogonists (I won't spoil it for you, but surely you're capable of reading a title and putting it together for yourself) works better in this one too. I feel at least. Now neither of these films are perfect, but the first Unfriended movie was okaaaaaaaaay, and this one has managed to push it by the skin of it's teeth over in to what I could honestly argue is "good". Final rating:★★★ - I liked it. Would personally recommend you give it a go.
RalphRahal2025-01-06
★ 5/10
Unfriended: Dark Web takes the unique computer-screen format from the first movie and dials it up with a more grounded and plausible storyline, which makes it far scarier this time around. The technical execution is sharp, seamlessly immersing you in the digital world where every click, message, and video feed ramps up the tension. It’s an unconventional way of storytelling, but the production nails it, making the experience feel eerily real. What sets this one apart is the shift in tone. Instead of leaning into the supernatural elements of its predecessor, this movie opts for a more realistic and chilling approach. The grounded nature of the story makes the threats feel tangible, and that plausibility is what makes it so unsettling. It’s a change that works in the movie’s favor, as it takes the fear from something fantastical to something that could actually happen, amplifying the intensity and dread. As a standalone thriller, it excels at creating an atmosphere of paranoia and helplessness, with its focus on the dangers of the digital age. It may not feel like a traditional sequel, given its departure from the themes of the original, but the more realistic approach gives it a unique identity. If you’re looking for a movie that leans into grounded horror with clever execution, this one is definitely worth watching.
Alunauwie2025-09-18
★ 7/10
Unfriended: Dark Web delivers a chilling cyber-thriller experience through a unique laptop-screen perspective, immersing viewers in a world where stolen technology leads to deadly consequences. Though some character actions feel illogical, the film redeems itself with escalating tension, solid performances, and a smart plot twist that ties loose ends. It serves as a stark reminder about digital privacy, online safety, and the real dangers lurking in the unseen corners of the internet. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)