Shivers
"Being Terrified is Just the Beginning!"
Originally released in 1975. Shivers is a horror/science fiction film. directed by David Cronenberg. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Paul Hampton, Joe Silver, and Lynn Lowry
Synopsis
The residents of a suburban high-rise apartment building are infected by parasites that turn them into mindless nymphomaniac fiends.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 16, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (693 votes)
Budget
$179K
Production budget
Box Office
$1M
5.6x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $179,000
- Revenue
- $1,000,000
Production Companies
- DAL Productions
- Canadian Film Development Corporation
- Cinépix Film Properties (CFP)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shivers about?
The residents of a suburban high-rise apartment building are infected by parasites that turn them into mindless nymphomaniac fiends.
Who directed Shivers?
Shivers was directed by David Cronenberg.
How long is Shivers?
Shivers has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Shivers released?
Shivers was released on May 16, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shivers?
The main cast of Shivers includes Paul Hampton, Joe Silver, Lynn Lowry, Allan Kolman, Susan Petrie.
Is Shivers worth watching?
Shivers has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 693 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.