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2018•91 min•Thriller, Science Fiction

At First Light

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Is At First Light worth watching? With a rating of 5.699/10, this Thriller, Science Fiction film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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At First Light Synopsis

High school senior Alex has an encounter with mysterious lights that appear over her small town. She soon develops dangerous, supernatural abilities, and turns to her childhood friend Sean. The authorities target them and a chase ensues as officials try to discover the truth behind Alex's transformation.

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Top Cast

Stefanie Scott
Stefanie ScottAlex Lainey
Théodore Pellerin
Théodore PellerinSean Terrel
Saïd Taghmaoui
Saïd TaghmaouiCal
Percy Hynes White
Percy Hynes WhiteOscar
Kate Burton
Kate BurtonKate
Janet-Laine Green
Janet-Laine GreenGrandma
Jahmil French
Jahmil FrenchNathan
James Wotherspoon
James WotherspoonTom
Tony Hart
Tony HartSheriff
Steve Love
Steve LoveLurking Boy

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Is At First Light worth watching?

At First Light has received mixed reviews with a 5.699/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Thriller, Science Fiction movies.

Is At First Light hit or flop?

At First Light has received average ratings (5.699/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is At First Light?

At First Light is a Thriller, Science Fiction movie that High school senior Alex has an encounter with mysterious lights that appear over her small town. She soon develops dangerous, supernatural abilities, ...

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Critic Reviews

roy-publicMay 27, 2025
★ 0

A straight forward story line about teenagers trying to avoid dangers and being detained. Some actions/stunts and special effects that may not be mind blowing but decent. There were no truly bad guys. The film is not fantastic, but it's still good. I wouldn't mind watching it again.