Plot — What is The Blob about?
A drive-in favorite, this sci-fi classic follows teenagers Steve and his best girl, Jane, as they try to protect their hometown from a gelatinous alien life form that engulfs everything it touches. The first to discover the substance and live to tell about it, Steve and Jane witness the blob destroying an elderly man, then it growing to a terrifying size. But no one else has seen the goo, and policeman Dave refuses to believe the kids without proof.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1958 |
| Genre | Horror, Science Fiction |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 82 min |
| Audience Score | 62% (6.2/10, 691 votes) |
The Blob — FAQ
Is The Blob worth watching? The Blob holds a 6.2/10 rating from 691 viewers. A drive-in favorite, this sci-fi classic follows teenagers Steve and his best girl, Jane, as they try to protect their hometown from a gelatinous alien life form that engulfs everything it touches. The first to discover
Who directed The Blob? Directed by Irvin S. Yeaworth Jr..
Who is in the cast of The Blob? It stars Steve McQueen, Aneta Corsaut, Earl Rowe, Olin Howland, Stephen Chase, John Benson and more.
Where can I stream The Blob? You can stream The Blob on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, History Vault, TCM, HBO Max. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Blob release? It released in 1958.
