The Stuff (1985) movie poster

The Stuff (1985)

"Are you eating it... or is it eating you?"
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👍 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 68% (RT: 68%) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
HorrorScience FictionComedy

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Director
Larry Cohen
Runtime
1h 26m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (516 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
68%
Cast
Michael Moriarty as David 'Mo' Rutherford
Andrea Marcovicci as Nicole Kendall
Garrett Morris as 'Chocolate Chip' Charlie W. Hobbs
Paul Sorvino as Colonel Malcolm Grommett Spears
Scott Bloom as Jason
Danny Aiello as Vickers
Patrick O'Neal as Fletcher
James Dixon as Postman
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 516 votes. Critics gave it 68%.
Overview
Amalgamated Dairies hires David Rutherford, an FBI man turned industrial saboteur, to investigate a popular new product called “the Stuff,” a new dessert product that is blowing ice cream sales out of the water. Nobody knows how it’s made or what’s in it, but people are lining up to buy it. It's got a delicious flavor to die for! Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Stuff, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Larry Cohen cited several classic horror films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Stuff is a 1985 horror, science fiction, comedy film directed by Larry Cohen. Amalgamated Dairies hires David Rutherford, an FBI man turned industrial saboteur, to investigate a popular new product called “the Stuff,” a new dessert product that is blowing ice cream sales out of the water. Nobody knows how it’s made or what’s in it, but people are lining up to buy it.

It's got a delicious flavor to die for!. The film has been rated by 516 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, The Stuff delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Stuff (1985) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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