The Shining (1980)
The Shining is a 1980 horror movie directed by Stanley Kubrick, with a running time of 2h 24m. It stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall and Danny Lloyd.
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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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.
When was The Shining released?
The Shining was released on 23 May 1980.
How long is The Shining?
The Shining runs 2h 24m.
Who made The Shining?
The Shining was directed by Stanley Kubrick.
Where can I watch The Shining?
The Shining is available on Fandango at Home Free, Amazon, AppleTV and Fandango at Home.
Where to watch The Shining
Watch free: Fandango at Home Free
Rent: Amazon, AppleTV, Fandango at Home
Buy: Fandango at Home
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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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