The Chilling (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1989, The Chilling is a horror and science fiction film directed by Deland Nuse, running about 90 minutes. “They came. They thawed. They conquered.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The bodies at a cryogenic centre are defrosted by accident and turn into cannibalistic zombies.
Who’s in it. The Chilling stars Linda Blair as Mary Hampton, Dan Haggerty as Sgt. Vince Marlow, Troy Donahue as Dr. Miller and Jack De Rieux as Joseph Davenport Sr. (as Jack De Ruiex), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Chilling has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Chilling page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Chilling tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Chilling (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Chilling change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Chilling worth watching?
- The Chilling holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Chilling?
- The Chilling stars Linda Blair, Dan Haggerty, Troy Donahue, Jack De Rieux and Ron Vincent.
- When was The Chilling released?
- The Chilling was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.