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The Fog

The Fog

What you can't see won't hurt you...it'll kill you!

Strange things begin to occurs as a tiny California coastal town prepares to commemorate its centenary. Inanimate objects spring eerily to life; Rev. Malone stumbles upon a dark secret about the town's founding; radio announcer Stevie witnesses a mystical fire; and hitchhiker Elizabeth discovers the mutilated corpse of a fisherman. Then a mysterious iridescent fog descends upon the village, and more people start to die.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Fog
  • Genres: Horror
  • Release Date: 1980-02-07
  • Runtime: 90 minutes
  • Rating: 6.718/10 (1611 votes)
  • Budget: $1,000,000
  • Revenue: $21,448,830
  • Production Companies: AVCO Embassy Pictures, EDI, Debra Hill Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.4501
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Adrienne Barbeau

Adrienne Barbeau

as Stevie Wayne

Hal Holbrook

Hal Holbrook

as Father Malone

Janet Leigh

Janet Leigh

as Kathy Williams

Tom Atkins

Tom Atkins

as Nick Castle

Jamie Lee Curtis

Jamie Lee Curtis

as Elizabeth Solley

Nancy Kyes

Nancy Kyes

as Sandy Fadel

Ty Mitchell

Ty Mitchell

as Andy

John Houseman

John Houseman

as Mr. Machen

James Canning

James Canning

as Dick Baxter

Charles Cyphers

Charles Cyphers

as Dan O'Bannon

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Trailers & Clips

THE FOG "Don't Open the Door!" Clip (1980) Adrienne Barbeau

The Fog - John Carpenter Scene Commentary

John Carpenter’s The Fog 1980 Filming Locations - Then & Now

John Carpenter's The Fog (1980) - Filming Locations - Then and Now - Horror's Hallowed Grounds

TCM Comments on The Fog (1980)

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Fog?â–Ľ

The Fog is a Horror movie directed by . It was released on 1980-02-07.

Who are the main actors in The Fog?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Adrienne Barbeau, Hal Holbrook, Janet Leigh, Tom Atkins, Jamie Lee Curtis, .

Where can I watch The Fog online?â–Ľ

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

Is The Fog based on a true story?â–Ľ

What you can't see won't hurt you...it'll kill you!

What is the IMDb rating of The Fog?â–Ľ

The Fog has an IMDb rating of 6.718/10 based on 1611 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Fog?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $1,000,000 and earned $21,448,830 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Fog?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by AVCO Embassy Pictures, EDI, Debra Hill Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Fog filmed?â–Ľ

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

How long is The Fog?â–Ľ

The total runtime of The Fog is 90 minutes.

Is The Fog suitable for kids?â–Ľ

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

Will there be a sequel to The Fog?â–Ľ

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

Does The Fog have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ

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

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