The Fog
"What you can't see won't hurt you...it'll kill you!"
Originally released in 1980. The Fog is a horror film. directed by John Carpenter.
Starring Adrienne Barbeau, Tom Atkins, and Jamie Lee Curtis
Synopsis
Strange things begin to occur as a tiny California coastal town prepares to commemorate its centenary. Inanimate objects spring eerily to life; Rev. Malone stumbles upon a dark secret about the town's founding; radio announcer Stevie witnesses a mystical fire; and hitchhiker Elizabeth discovers the mutilated corpse of a fisherman. Then a mysterious iridescent fog descends upon the village, and more people start to die.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 1, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (1,682 votes)
Budget
$1M
Production budget
Box Office
$21.4M
21.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,000,000
- Revenue
- $21,448,830
Production Companies
- AVCO Embassy Pictures
- EDI
- Debra Hill Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fog about?
Strange things begin to occur as a tiny California coastal town prepares to commemorate its centenary. Inanimate objects spring eerily to life; Rev. Malone stumbles upon a dark secret about the tow...
Who directed The Fog?
The Fog was directed by John Carpenter.
How long is The Fog?
The Fog has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Fog released?
The Fog was released on February 1, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Fog?
The main cast of The Fog includes Adrienne Barbeau, Tom Atkins, Jamie Lee Curtis, Hal Holbrook, Janet Leigh.
Is The Fog worth watching?
The Fog has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 1,682 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.