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The Grim & The Dark

The Grim & The Dark
★ 5.5/10•2025•1h 28m•NR•Documentary•Comedy
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The Search For John Blanche

When looking for a gift for his kid, Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite) is introduced to the world of Grimdark. In that moment he starts down a journey that will take him all over the world and through interviews with prominent Grimdark authors, game developers, and dedicated fans, he delves into the themes that define the genre—all in an effort to find the man who started it all: John Blanche.

Daniel Lowman · Director

StatusReleased
Runtime1h 28m
LanguageEN
Release DateSep 19, 2025

Actors

Jon Heder

Jon Heder

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John Blanche

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Anna Smith Spark

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Alexander Winberg

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Tuomas Pirinen

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