The Shining

A masterpiece of modern horror.

19802h 24m8.2(19,426 votes)

HorrorThriller

Synopsis

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.

The Shining (1980) is a horror and thriller film directed by Stanley Kubrick. It stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, and Danny Lloyd. The film runs for 2 hours 24 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 8.2 out of 10 from 19,426 votes.

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Director

Stanley Kubrick

Cast

Jack Nicholson

Jack Torrance

Shelley Duvall

Wendy Torrance

Danny Lloyd

Danny

Scatman Crothers

Hallorann

Barry Nelson

Ullman

Philip Stone

Grady

Joe Turkel

Lloyd

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Shining

Where can I watch The Shining?

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Who stars in The Shining?

The Shining stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, and Scatman Crothers, and was directed by Stanley Kubrick.

How long is The Shining?

The Shining has a runtime of 2 hours 24 minutes.

When did The Shining come out?

The Shining was released in 1980.

What genre is The Shining?

The Shining is a horror and thriller film.

Is The Shining worth watching?

The Shining holds an average audience score of 8.2 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.