The Blob
Seen it?1988 | 95 min | Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It's still drawing plenty of interest, though it had soft box office. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing, horror fans and sci-fi fans. If you loved Resident Evil or Clayface, start here.
- The mood
- Scary.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 1 hr 35 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
In Arborville, California, three high school students try to protect their hometown from a gelatinous alien life form that engulfs everything it touches.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
69% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
6.9 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$10 million worldwide on a $10 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 193K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Chuck Russell
- Kevin DillonBrian Flagg
- Shawnee SmithMeg Penny
- Donovan LeitchPaul Taylor
- Jeffrey DeMunnSheriff Herb Geller
- Candy ClarkFran Hewitt
- Joe SenecaDr. Meddows
- Del CloseReverend Meeker
- Paul McCraneDeputy Bill Briggs
- Sharon SpelmanMrs. Penny
- Beau BillingsleaMoss Woolsey