Shimmer (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1993, Shimmer is a drama film directed by John Hanson, running about 95 minutes. “Stories of a Detention Farm, From One Who Lived There.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The solo actor in Shimmer tells the story by becoming each character in turn. The play takes place in 1956, in a harsh Midwestern juvenile detention center, where two boys befriend each other.
Who’s in it. Shimmer stars Marcus Klemp as John 'Spacy' Callahan, Elijah James Shepard as Gary Finch (as Elijah Shepard), Mary Beth Hurt as Mother and Tom Bower as Mr. Speck, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Shimmer has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shimmer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shimmer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shimmer (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shimmer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shimmer worth watching?
- Shimmer holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Shimmer?
- Shimmer stars Marcus Klemp, Elijah James Shepard, Mary Beth Hurt, Tom Bower and Clem Tucker Jr..
- When was Shimmer released?
- Shimmer was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.