The Shining (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 8.2
Released in 1980, The Shining is a thriller and horror film directed by Stanley Kubrick, running about 144 minutes. “A masterpiece of modern horror.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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.
Who’s in it. The Shining stars Jack Nicholson as Jack Torrance, Shelley Duvall as Wendy Torrance, Danny Lloyd as Danny and Scatman Crothers as Hallorann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.2/10, The Shining sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $44.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shining page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shining tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shining (1980)?
- In US, The Shining is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Shining worth watching?
- The Shining holds an audience score of 8.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Shining?
- The Shining stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd, Scatman Crothers and Barry Nelson.
- When was The Shining released?
- The Shining was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 144 minutes.