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The Shining

The Shining

A masterpiece of modern horror.

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Shining
  • Genres: Horror, Thriller
  • Release Date: 1980-05-23
  • Runtime: 144 minutes
  • Rating: 8.2/10 (18064 votes)
  • Budget: $19,000,000
  • Revenue: $44,781,695
  • Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures, Peregrine, Hawk Films, The Producer Circle Co.
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 12.486
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Jack Nicholson

Jack Nicholson

as Jack Torrance

Shelley Duvall

Shelley Duvall

as Wendy Torrance

Danny Lloyd

Danny Lloyd

as Danny

Scatman Crothers

Scatman Crothers

as Hallorann

Barry Nelson

Barry Nelson

as Ullman

Philip Stone

Philip Stone

as Grady

Joe Turkel

Joe Turkel

as Lloyd

Anne Jackson

Anne Jackson

as Doctor

Tony Burton

Tony Burton

as Durkin

Lia Beldam

Lia Beldam

as Young Woman in Bath

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

What is The Shining to You?

Jack Doesn’t Want Wendy to Interrupt Him

Jack Chases Wendy

Come play with us, Danny!

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Shining?

The Shining is a Horror, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1980-05-23.

Who are the main actors in The Shining?

The main cast includes Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, Scatman Crothers, Barry Nelson, .

Where can I watch The Shining online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Shining is available.

Is The Shining based on a true story?

A masterpiece of modern horror.

What is the IMDb rating of The Shining?

The Shining has an IMDb rating of 8.2/10 based on 18064 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Shining?

The movie had a production budget of $19,000,000 and earned $44,781,695 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Shining?

The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures, Peregrine, Hawk Films, The Producer Circle Co.. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Shining filmed?

The Shining was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Shining?

The total runtime of The Shining is 144 minutes.

Is The Shining suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Shining?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Shining.

Does The Shining have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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