The Fly movie poster

The Fly

"Be afraid. Be very afraid."

August 15, 1986 1h 36m 7.4/10 (4,795 votes)

Originally released in 1986. The Fly is a horror/science fiction film. directed by David Cronenberg.

Starring Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, and John Getz

Synopsis

When Seth Brundle makes a huge scientific and technological breakthrough in teleportation, he decides to test it on himself. Unbeknownst to him, a common housefly manages to get inside the device and the two become one.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 15, 1986 39 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
User Rating 7.4/10 Great (4,795 votes)
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Budget $15M Production budget
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Box Office $60.6M 4.0x return
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$15,000,000
Revenue
$60,629,159

Production Companies

  • SLM Production Group
  • Brooksfilms

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Fly about?

When Seth Brundle makes a huge scientific and technological breakthrough in teleportation, he decides to test it on himself. Unbeknownst to him, a common housefly manages to get inside the device a...

Who directed The Fly?

The Fly was directed by David Cronenberg.

How long is The Fly?

The Fly has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was The Fly released?

The Fly was released on August 15, 1986 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Fly?

The main cast of The Fly includes Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz, Joy Boushel, Leslie Carlson.

Is The Fly worth watching?

The Fly has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 4,795 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.