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Toronto After Dark Film Festival

Toronto After Dark Film Festival is a showcase of new horror, sci-fi, action, and cult cinema featuring feature premieres and genre shorts. Attendees watch independent genre films alongside late-night programming and short film showcases. Many screenings also feature lively post-film Q&A sessions with attending filmmakers.

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When

Ages

18A or 14A (check specific screenings)

Neighborhood

Entertainment District

Accessibility

The festival is accessible-friendly, with select screenings offering closed captioning.

Going?

Location

Scotiabank Theatre & CineCycle · 259 Richmond St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3M6, Canada Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (4/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (1/5)

Best For

Horror, sci-fi, and cult film enthusiasts

Vibe

Thrilling, late-night, and cult

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • All screenings are general admission with no assigned seating, so arrive early to find your preferred seat.
  • If a screening sells out online, you can join the rush line in the theatre lobby one hour before showtime for a chance at unclaimed tickets.
  • Passholders can vote for festival awards, including the Adam Lopez Audience Choice awards, via an online poll sent after the festival.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New late-night programming is featured at CineCycle.
  • Cine-Maniac and All-Nighter Cine-Maniac passes offer a discount compared with regular ticket prices.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are seats assigned for screenings?

No, all seating at the festival is general admission with no assigned seats.

What happens if a film screening is sold out?

You can join the in-person Rush Line forming in the theatre lobby one hour before the show; remaining tickets are released on a first-come, first-served basis just before showtime based on empty seat counts.

Do filmmakers attend the festival?

Yes, a number of filmmakers attend their screenings in person for lively Q&A sessions with the audience.

How are the festival awards decided?

Winners for awards such as the Adam Lopez Audience Choice for Best Feature and Short Film are decided by an online poll emailed to pass buyers after the festival concludes.

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