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The Shining (1980)

1980 film directed by Stanley Kubrick.

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The Shining (1980)
Year
1980
Released
May 23, 1980
Runtime
144 min
Genres
Drama, Thriller, Horror, Mystery
Countries
United Kingdom, United States
Original language
English
Director
Stanley Kubrick
Writer
Diane Johnson, Stanley Kubrick
Music
Wendy Carlos

Plot

The Shining is a 1980 psychological horror film produced and directed by Stanley Kubrick and co-written with novelist Diane Johnson. It is based on Stephen King's 1977 novel and stars Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Danny Lloyd and Scatman Crothers.

Summary source: Wikipedia (en) · CC BY-SA 4.0

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Frequently asked questions

Who directed The Shining?

The Shining was directed by Stanley Kubrick.

When was The Shining released?

The Shining was first released on May 23, 1980.

How long is The Shining?

The Shining runs 144 minutes.

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Updated November 13, 2026