Michael Jackson's Thriller
Originally released in 1983. Michael Jackson's Thriller is a horror/thriller film. directed by John Landis. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michael Jackson, Ola Ray, and Vincent Price
Synopsis
A night at the movies turns terrifying when Michael and his date are attacked by zombies. Released at the height of Thriller’s success, the short film redefined the music video, broke racial barriers, and became the first inducted into the U.S. National Film Registry.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 14, 1983
42 years ago
Runtime
0h 14m
14 minutes total
User Rating
8.2/10
Excellent (732 votes)
Budget
$500K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Michael Jackson
as Michael Jackson
Ola Ray
as Michael's Girlfriend
Vincent Price
as Narrator (voice)
Cynthia Garris
as Zombie (uncredited)
Mick Garris
as Zombie (uncredited)
Hanala Sagal
as Dancer (uncredited)
Forrest J. Ackerman
as Man in Movie Theater (uncredited)
Reed Armstrong
as Zombie (uncredited)
Rick Baker
as Zombie Opening the Crypt (uncredited)
Miko C. Brando
as Zombie (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $500,000
Production Companies
- Optimum Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael Jackson's Thriller about?
A night at the movies turns terrifying when Michael and his date are attacked by zombies. Released at the height of Thriller’s success, the short film redefined the music video, broke racial barr...
Who directed Michael Jackson's Thriller?
Michael Jackson's Thriller was directed by John Landis.
How long is Michael Jackson's Thriller?
Michael Jackson's Thriller has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was Michael Jackson's Thriller released?
Michael Jackson's Thriller was released on November 14, 1983 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Michael Jackson's Thriller?
The main cast of Michael Jackson's Thriller includes Michael Jackson, Ola Ray, Vincent Price, Cynthia Garris, Mick Garris.
Is Michael Jackson's Thriller worth watching?
Michael Jackson's Thriller has a user rating of 8.2/10 based on 732 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.