


The Shining at a glance
The Shining is a 1980 horror and thriller film, running 2h 24m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Sky Go and Now TV Cinema.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1980-05-23
- Runtime
- 2h 24m
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller
- Director
- Stanley Kubrick
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 8.2 / 10 · 19,643 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmJack 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.
Cast
14 names
Jack NicholsonJack Torrance
Shelley DuvallWendy Torrance
Danny LloydDanny
Scatman CrothersHallorann
Barry NelsonUllman
Philip StoneGrady
Joe TurkelLloyd
Anne JacksonDoctor
Tony BurtonDurkin
Lia BeldamYoung Woman in Bath
Barry DennenWatson
David BaxtForest Ranger 1
Manning RedwoodForest Ranger 2Questions about The Shining
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Shining in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Shining is listed on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, HBO Max. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Shining suitable for children?
The Shining is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Shining on PelisPlus UK?
The Shining has a full discovery page on PelisPlus UK with its synopsis, cast, ratings and runtime. PelisPlus UK does not host video files; playback opens the third-party player sources configured by the site operator.
What is The Shining 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.
How long is The Shining?
The Shining runs for 2h 24m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Shining trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play Official Trailer without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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