The Fog
1980, English. Directed by John Carpenter.
What you can't see won't hurt you...it'll kill you!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 1,856 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Fog
The Fog is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, and Peacock Premium Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- John CarpenterDirector
- Adrienne BarbeauStevie Wayne
- Tom AtkinsNick Castle
- Jamie Lee CurtisElizabeth Solley
- Hal HolbrookFather Malone
- Janet LeighKathy Williams
- Nancy KyesSandy Fadel
- Ty MitchellAndy
- John HousemanMr. Machen
- James CanningDick Baxter
- Charles CyphersDan O'Bannon
- John F. GoffAl Williams
- George Buck FlowerTommy Wallace
Details
- Released
- 1 February 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Debra Hill, John Carpenter
- Budget
- $1M
- Box office
- $21M
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The Fog: quick answers
Is The Fog worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 1,856 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Fog?
The Fog runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does The Fog have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Fog. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Fog parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Fog is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Fog on?
The Fog is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, and Peacock Premium Plus in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Fog?
If you liked The Fog, try Messiah of Evil, A Nightmare on Elm Street, The Howling.
Who directed The Fog?
The Fog (1980) was directed by John Carpenter and stars Adrienne Barbeau, Tom Atkins, Jamie Lee Curtis.