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The Stuff 1985

“Are you eating it... or is it eating you?”

Status
Released
Runtime
86 minutes
Director
Larry Cohen
Networks
Larco Productions, New World Pictures
★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 R HorrorScience FictionComedy Released
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What is The Stuff?

The Stuff is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Horror, Science Fiction, Comedy.

Type
Film
Year
1985
Status
Released
Runtime
86 minutes
Release date
Jun 14, 1985
Studios
Larco Productions, New World Pictures
Genres
Horror, Science Fiction, Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.0/10
Episode runtime
~86 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Larco Productions, New World Pictures

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Overview

The Stuff is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Horror, Science Fiction, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Larco Productions, New World Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A mysterious dessert sweeps the nation, but its sweet allure hides a deadly secret.”

Reasons to watch
  • Blends horror and humor with a satirical take on consumerism
  • Features a quirky premise of a zombie‑inducing dessert
  • 1980s cult vibe with inventive special effects
Keep in mind
  • Period special effects may feel dated
  • The film’s pacing is uneven

Watch it if you enjoy tongue‑in‑cheek horror comedies that parody consumer culture.

The film contains horror violence and zombie transformation, making it suitable for mature teens and adults.

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What is the Stuff?

It is a mysterious, sweet, addictive dessert product that becomes wildly popular.

Who investigates the product?

David Rutherford, a former FBI agent turned industrial saboteur hired by Amalgamated Dairies.

Does the film involve zombies?

Yes, the substance eventually attacks people and turns them into zombie‑like beings.

What genres does the film combine?

It mixes horror, science‑fiction, and comedy elements.

When was the film released and how long is it?

It was released in the United States on June 14, 1985 and runs about 86 minutes.

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