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The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957)

โ€œA fascinating adventure into the unknown!โ€

7.5/10 ยท 588 votes 1h 21m nr FantasyAdventureHorrorScience-fiction

#10 of 13 films from 1957 #185 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by Jack Arnold ยท Written by Richard Alan Simmons, Richard Matheson

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Overview

A dangerous combination of radiation and insecticide causes the unfortunate Scott Carey to shrink, slowly but surely, until he is only a few inches tall. His home becomes a wilderness where he must survive everything from spiders living in the cellar to his beloved cat.

Cast

Grant Williamsas Scott Carey
Randy Stuartas Louise Carey
April Kentas Clarice Bruce
Paul Langtonas Charlie Carey
Raymond Baileyas Doctor Thomas Silver
William Schallertas Doctor Arthur Bramson
Frank J. Scannellas Barker
Helene Marshallas Nurse
Diana Darrinas Nurse
Billy Curtisas Midget
Charles Perryas Spieler (uncredited)
Orangeyas Butch (uncredited)
Chet Brandenburgas Balloon Vendor (uncredited)
John Hiestandas KIRL TV Newscaster (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateFebruary 22, 1957
Runtime81 min (1h 21m) โ€” shorter as the 1957 average of 103 min
GenresFantasy, Adventure, Horror, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$750,000
IMDbtt0050539

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Questions

How long is The Incredible Shrinking Man?
The Incredible Shrinking Man runs 81 minutes (1h 21m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is The Incredible Shrinking Man worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 588 votes, which places it #10 of 13 films released in 1957 in this index (top 31%) and #185 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed The Incredible Shrinking Man?
The Incredible Shrinking Man was directed by Jack Arnold. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954).
Who stars in The Incredible Shrinking Man?
Grant Williams as Scott Carey; Randy Stuart as Louise Carey; April Kent as Clarice Bruce; Paul Langton as Charlie Carey; Raymond Bailey as Doctor Thomas Silver; William Schallert as Doctor Arthur Bramson.
What is The Incredible Shrinking Man rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Incredible Shrinking Man?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/135480.

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