Jack Nicholson (Chinatown) and Shelley Duvall (3 Women) star in one of the greatest horror classics: “The Shining“. The movie explores how isolation can affect the human psyche and lead to madness.
The drama, directed by Stanley Kubrick, remains a fundamental piece of film history, admired for its masterful direction, powerful performances and ability to provoke lasting psychological terror.
The adaptation is based on the book of the same name by Stephen King, which has become one of his most iconic titles since 1977 and one of his bestsellers, alongside Misery and Pet Sematary.
How to stream ‘The Shining’ in the United States
“The Shining” is one of the most iconic horror dramas of all time, featuring major stars as its protagonists. It is currently available on two platforms, as part of the catalog of Prime Video and Shudder.
The story follows a family who heads to an isolated hotel to spend the winter. There, a malevolent spiritual presence drives the father to violence, while the psychic son experiences horrifying visions of the past and future.
Stanley Kubrick‘s title has left an indelible mark on pop culture and has influenced countless movies, series and other media. It has been the subject of academic analysis and remains a benchmark in horror cinema.
In addition to Nicholson and Duvall, who delivered great performances, Danny Lloyd, who plays the couple’s son, Scatman Crothers as Hallorann and Joe Turkel as Lloyd have also contributed significantly to the film.