It's Dark Outside [DVD] [1964]

The perfect escape for those seeking a nostalgic thrill, "It's Dark Outside" is a highly-recommended DVD title. Released in 1964, this eerie, suspenseful film transports viewers back to a time filled with charm and terror.

Starring Ethel Barrymore and Jim Hutton, the story revolves around a department store Santa Claus who is unexpectedly taken ill on Christmas Eve. His assistant, who just so happens to be a young, innocent girl, is thrust into a living nightmare when she's forced to impersonate him until he recovers.

This is a story of life imitating art, as some eerie occurrences begin to plague the store, leading the girl to question her sanity. But with the Christmas spirit giving her strength, she bravely navigates through the darkness, battling both the shrinking shadow of the day and the malevolent forces threatening to swallow her up.

"It's Dark Outside" is a delightful blend of horror and holiday, perfect for fans of classic cinema and those who enjoy a good scare. Don't let the darkness keep you from discovering this captivating tale that holds the magic of Christmas and the chill of a spooky night.