The Shining(1980)
“A masterpiece of modern horror.”
Overview
Jack Torrance accepts a caretaker job at the Overlook Hotel, where he, along with his wife Wendy and their son Danny, must live isolated from the rest of the world for the winter. But they aren't prepared for the madness that lurks within.
Director
Stanley Kubrick
Studio
Warner Bros. Pictures
Budget
$19M
Revenue
$45M
Cast
Jack Nicholson
as Jack Torrance
Shelley Duvall
as Wendy Torrance
Danny Lloyd
as Danny
Scatman Crothers
as Hallorann
Barry Nelson
as Ullman
Philip Stone
as Grady
Joe Turkel
as Lloyd
Anne Jackson
as Doctor
Tony Burton
as Durkin
Lia Beldam
as Young Woman in Bath
Billie Gibson
as Old Woman in Bath
Barry Dennen
as Watson
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1980
Runtime
2h 24m
Language
English
Rating
8.2 / 10
Budget
$19M
Box Office
$45M
Production Companies
Warner Bros. Pictures • Peregrine • Hawk Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Shining?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Shining (1980).
What is The Shining about?▼
Jack Torrance accepts a caretaker job at the Overlook Hotel, where he, along with his wife Wendy and their son Danny, must live isolated from the rest of the world for the winter. But they aren't prepared for the madness that lurks within.
Who directed The Shining?▼
The Shining was directed by Stanley Kubrick and released in 1980. It is a horror, thriller film.
How long is The Shining?▼
The Shining has a runtime of 2 hours and 24 minutes (144 minutes total).
Who stars in The Shining?▼
The cast of The Shining includes Jack Nicholson as Jack Torrance, Shelley Duvall as Wendy Torrance, Danny Lloyd as Danny, Scatman Crothers as Hallorann, Barry Nelson as Ullman and more.
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