Making 'The Shining' (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 7.1

Released in 1980, Making 'The Shining' is a documentary film directed by Vivian Kubrick, running about 35 minutes.
What it’s about. Directed and edited by Stanley Kubrick's daughter Vivian Kubrick, this film offers a look behind the scenes during the making of The Shining.
Who’s in it. Making 'The Shining' stars Jack Nicholson as Self, Vivian Kubrick as Self, Terry Needham as Self and Stanley Kubrick as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Making 'The Shining' 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 Making 'The Shining' page.
If you liked it. Fans of Making 'The Shining' tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Making 'The Shining' (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Making 'The Shining' change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Making 'The Shining' worth watching?
- Making 'The Shining' holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Making 'The Shining'?
- Making 'The Shining' stars Jack Nicholson, Vivian Kubrick, Terry Needham, Stanley Kubrick and Danny Lloyd.
- When was Making 'The Shining' released?
- Making 'The Shining' was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 35 minutes.
