“Orion and the Dark” (2024) is an animated fantasy adventure that follows 11-year-old Orion, a boy overwhelmed by irrational fears, especially of the dark. One night, the embodiment of his fear, Dark, visits him and offers a journey to explore the wonders of nighttime. As they traverse the night, Orion encounters various night entities, including Sleep, Insomnia, Quiet, Unexplained Noises, and Sweet Dreams. Through these experiences, he learns to confront and understand his anxieties. The film, directed by Sean Charmatz and written by Charlie Kaufman, features voice performances by Jacob Tremblay as Orion and Paul Walter Hauser as Dark. Released on Netflix on February 2, 2024, “Orion and the Dark” has been praised for its imaginative storytelling and engaging animation.