The Blob 1988
“Terror has no shape.”
What is The Blob?
The film is set in the fictional town of Arborville, California. The story revolves around three high school students who take action to defend their community.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 5, 1988
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- TriStar Pictures, Palisades California Inc.
- Budget
- $10,000,000
- Revenue
- $8,247,943
- Genres
- Horror, Science Fiction
- Updated
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Overview
The film is set in the fictional town of Arborville, California. The story revolves around three high school students who take action to defend their community. A gelatinous alien life form is present in the town and has a destructive effect on its surroundings. The life form engulfs everything it comes into contact with. The students attempt to protect their hometown from this threat.
Should you watch it?
“A shapeless terror threatens a small town, and teens race to stop it.”
- Directed by Chuck Russell, co‑written by Frank Darabont
- Remake of the iconic 1958 horror film
- Runtime is concise at 95 minutes, limiting deeper character development
Watch it if you enjoy 80s sci‑fi horror remakes with teenage protagonists.
The film features graphic horror and intense suspense, suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed The Blob (1988)?
The Blob (1988) was directed by Chuck Russell.
Who co‑wrote the screenplay?
The screenplay was co‑written by Chuck Russell and Frank Darabont.
What earlier film is this a remake of?
It is a remake of the 1958 film The Blob.
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on August 5, 1988, in the United States.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs for approximately 95 minutes.