The Shining (1980)
05/23/1980 (GB) • 2h 24m
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.
Top Billed Cast
Jack Torrance
Wendy Torrance
Danny
Hallorann
Ullman
Grady
Lloyd
Doctor
Durkin
Part of the The Shining Collection
Includes The Shining, Doctor Sleep
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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$19,000,000.00
Revenue
$44,781,695.00
Keywords
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