Dark Academia Movie Masterlist
Here is just a basic master list of my own personal grace for some Dark Academia Movies, as some may want inspiration or just something new to watch. Enjoy!
*MOVIES*
NOTE: Watchable places apt to change, but these are some sites that have included it. Not all subscription status is readily available, some might include premium subscription, but I sadly do not know which. I am sorry for the inconvenience.
Dead Poets Society (1989) - Dead Poet’s Society is set in 1959 at an elite conservative boarding school. It tells the story of an English teacher who inspires his students through his teaching of poetry. The English teacher is played by Robin Williams. Can watch on Hulu (subscription), Amazon Prime ($3.99 USD), Apple TV ($3.99 USD), Vudu ($3.99 USD), YouTube ($17.99 USD), And Google Play Movies ($3.99).
The Riot Club (2014) - The Riot Club follows two first-year Oxford University students. They join a secret society. And they learn their reputations can be made or destroyed in one evening. Can watch on The Roku Channel (subscription), Amazon Prime Video (subscription), YouTube ($9.99 USD), Sling TV (subscription), Apple TV ($3.99 USD), and Google Play Movies ($9.99 USD).
The Goldfinch (2019) -The movie follows Theo Decker. Tragically his mother dies in a terrorist bombing. And a wealthy family takes him in.In a panic, he steals ‘The Goldfinch’ a painting. And that leads him to a world of crime. Stars Ansel Elgort, Finn Wolfard, and Nicole Kidman. Can watch on Amazon Prime Video (subscription), Google Play Movies ($2.99 USD), Vudu ($5.99 USD), YouTube ($2.99 USD), and Apple TV ($2.99 USD).
Hugo (2011) -Hugo is a young orphan. He loves the station clocks. And, his most treasured possession is his late father’s automation. Therefore, his mission is to find a key that will get it working. Stars Asa Butterfield and Sacha Baron Cohen. Can watch on Hulu (subscription), YouTube ($2.99 USD), Vudu ($2.99 USD), Apple TV ($3.99 USD), HBO Max (subscription), Google Play Movies ($2.99 USD), and Amazon Prime Video ($2.99).
Jane Eyre (2011) - Jane Eyre is hired by Edward Rochester to care for his ward Adèle. When she arrives at Thornfield Hall she starts to fall in love with Rochester. But there is a terrifying secret looming within the walls at Thornfield Hall. So what is Rochester hiding from Jane? Stars Mia Wasikowska. Can watch on Hulu (subscription), Sling TV (subscription), Amazon Prime Video (subscription), YouTube ($3.99 USD), Apple TV ($3.99 USD), The Roku Channel (subscription), Starz (subscription), Philo (subscription), Google Play Movies ($3.99 USD), and Vudu ($3.99 USD).
Maurice (1987) - Maurice is a romantic drama. And an adaptation of the 1971 novel Maurice by E.M Forster.A young man is trapped by the oppressiveness of Edwardian society. His lover rejects him. And he tries to accept his sexuality. Stars Hugh Grant as Clive. Can watch on Tubi (free), YouTube ($3.99 USD), Apple TV ($4.99 USD), Amazon Prime Video (subscription), and Google Play Movies ($3.99 USD).
Mary Shelley (2017) - Mary Shelley follows the life of the author. It starts with a young Mary Wollstonecraft.Her family disapprove when she announces her love for Percy Shelley.She stays in the home of Lord Byron at Lake Geneva. And the guests are challenged to write a ghost story. So Mary writes her novel “Frankenstein.” Stars Elle Fanning. Can watch on The Roku Channel (subscription), Apple TV ($4.99 USD), Google Play Movies ($9.99 USD), Amazon Prime Video (subscription), YouTube ($9.99 USD), and Vudu ($9.99 USD).
Kill Your Darlings (2013) -Kill Your Darlings follows a young Allen Ginsberg. He has a rival for the affections of his charismatic classmate—Lucien Carr. But his Rival is found dead. And Carr, William Burroughs and Jack Kerouac are arrested for murder. Stars Daniel Radcliffe and Elizabeth Olsen. Can watch on Hulu (subscription), Sling TV (subscription), Amazon Prime Video (subscription), Vudu ($2.99 USD), Google Play Movies ($3.99 USD), The Roku Channel (subscription), Starz (subscription), Philo (subscription), YouTube ($3.99 USD).
Dorian Gray (2009) - It follows a corrupt but beautiful young man. His image is captured in a special painting. And the painting keeps him from ageing. But for every sin he commits, the image in the painting rots.The movie is very gothic. A quick warning—the plotline differs from the book. Stars Ben Barnes. Can watch on The Roku Channel (free), Vudu (free), Amazon Prime Video (subscription), Google Play Movies ($2.99 USD), Tubi (free), Hulu (subscription), YouTube ($2.99 USD), and Apple TV ($3.99 USD).
Mona Lisa Smile (2003) - The Mona Lisa Smile follows a free-thinking and non-conformist teacher. He works at an all-women’s private school in the 1950s.He encourages women to pursue their dreams. And also question the roles expected of them in society. Stars Julia Roberts. Can watch on Hulu (subscription), Vudu ($2.99 USD), YouTube ($3.99 USD), Apple TV ($3.99 USD), HBO Max (subscription), Amazon Prime Video ($2.99 USD), and Google Play Movies ($3.99 USD).
Enola Holmes (2020) - It follows teenager Enola Holmes. Her mother goes missing. So she uses her sleuthing skills to find her. But she must also outsmart her famous brothers and help a runaway lord. Stars Millie Bobby Brown. (There is a new movie being released in July 2022) Can watch on Netflix (subscription).
