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The Blob

The Blob

The Blob
1988 1h 35m6.8

The Blob

“Terror has no shape.”

HorrorScience Fiction
6.8

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In Arborville, California, three high school students try to protect their hometown from a gelatinous alien life form that engulfs everything it touches.

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DirectorChuck Russell
ScreenplayChuck Russell, Frank Darabont
StatusReleased
ReleasedAugust 5, 1988
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 35m
Budget$10M
Revenue$8M
Loss$2M
Rating⭐ 6.8 / 10
IMDb⭐ 6.7 / 10
Votes1,025
GenresHorror, Science Fiction
StudioTriStar Pictures, Palisades California Inc.

Photos20

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Cast

Kevin Dillon

Kevin Dillon

Brian Flagg

Shawnee Smith

Shawnee Smith

Meg Penny

Donovan Leitch

Donovan Leitch

Paul Taylor

Jeffrey DeMunn

Jeffrey DeMunn

Sheriff Herb Geller

Candy Clark

Candy Clark

Fran Hewitt

Joe Seneca

Joe Seneca

Dr. Meddows

Del Close

Del Close

Reverend Meeker

Paul McCrane

Paul McCrane

Deputy Bill Briggs

Sharon Spelman

Sharon Spelman

Mrs. Penny

Beau Billingslea

Beau Billingslea

Moss Woolsey

Art LaFleur

Art LaFleur

Pharmacist / Mr. Penny

Ricky Paull Goldin

Ricky Paull Goldin

Scott Jeskey

Billy Beck

Billy Beck

The Can Man

Michael Kenworthy

Michael Kenworthy

Kevin Penny

Douglas Emerson

Douglas Emerson

Eddie Beckner

Margaret Smith

Margaret Smith

Nurse

Jack Nance

Jack Nance

Doctor

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Charlene Fox

Woman in Doctor's Office

Erika Eleniak

Erika Eleniak

Vicki De Soto

Clayton Landey

Clayton Landey

George Ruiz

Teddy Vincent

Teddy Vincent

Sally Jeffers

Don Brunner

Don Brunner

White Suit #1 / Scientist

Jacquelyn Masche

Jacquelyn Masche

White Suit #2

Jack Rader

Jack Rader

Col. Hargis

Julie McCullough

Julie McCullough

Susie

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Daryl Marsh

Lance

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Wade Mayer

Movie Patron

Jamison Newlander

Jamison Newlander

Anthony

Frank Collison

Frank Collison

Phil Hobbs—Projectionist

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Pons Maar

Theatre Manager

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Judith Flanagan

Eddie's Mother

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Richard Anthony Crenna

Soldier Outside Town Hall

Charlie Spradling

Charlie Spradling

Co-Ed

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Kristen Aldrich

Co-Ed

Robert Axelrod

Robert Axelrod

Jennings

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M. James Arnett

Radio Man

Peter Crombie

Peter Crombie

Soldier at Command Post

Rick Avery

Rick Avery

Soldier with Cracked Faceplate

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David Weininger

Soldier #1

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Moss Porter

Sergeant

Bill Moseley

Bill Moseley

Soldier #2

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Jennifer Lincoln

Young Woman in Town Hall

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Noble Craig

Puddle Soldier

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Portia Griffin

Gospel Singer

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Opelene Bartley

Old Woman in Tent

Chuck Russell

Chuck Russell

Movie Patron (uncredited)

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Michael Lindström

Movie Patron (uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Blob

Where can I watch The Blob?

The Blob (1988) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Blob about?

In Arborville, California, three high school students try to protect their hometown from a gelatinous alien life form that engulfs everything it touches.

Who directed The Blob?

The Blob (1988) was directed by Chuck Russell. The film is a Horror, Science Fiction production with a runtime of 1h 35m, rated 6.8/10.

How long is The Blob?

The Blob runs 1h 35m (95 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.8/10 from 1,025 votes. Genre: Horror, Science Fiction.

Is The Blob worth watching?

The Blob is rated 6.8/10 by 1,025 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Horror and Science Fiction fans.