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The Fly (1986)

Movie ★ 7.4 96 min

Horror Science Fiction

When brilliant, eccentric scientist Seth Brundle makes a huge 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.

David Cronenberg Director

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Quick facts

Released
August 15, 1986
Runtime
96 min
Rating
R
Budget
$15.0M
Box office
$60.6M
IMDb
tt0091064
Language

Themes

Cast

Jeff Goldblum Jeff Goldblum Seth Brundle Geena Davis Geena Davis Veronica Quaife John Getz John Getz Stathis Borans Joy Boushel Joy Boushel Tawny Leslie Carlson Leslie Carlson Dr. Cheevers George Chuvalo George Chuvalo Marky Michael Copeman Michael Copeman 2nd Man in Bar David Cronenberg David Cronenberg Gynecologist Carol Lazare Nurse Shawn Hewitt Clerk Typhoon Typhoon Baboon (uncredited) Ann Green Restaurant Patron (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Fly about?
When brilliant, eccentric scientist Seth Brundle makes a huge 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.
Who directed The Fly?
The Fly was directed by David Cronenberg.
Who stars in The Fly?
The Fly stars Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz, Joy Boushel.
When was The Fly released?
The Fly is a 1986 horror, science fiction film.
Where can I watch The Fly?
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