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How Long Is “The Fly”?
1h 40m runtime
Suspense/thriller film with a runtime of 100 minutes, released in 1986. Presented in English.
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Considered fairly gruesome in its day, the original 1958 The Fly looks like Mister Rogers' Neighborhood compared to this 1986 remake. Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis star as Seth Brundle, a self-involved research scientist, and Veronica Quaife, a science-magazine reporter. Inviting Veronica to his lab, Seth prepares to demonstrate his "telepod," which can theoretically transfer matter through space. As they grow closer over the next few weeks, she inadvertently goads Seth into experimenting with human beings rather than inanimate objects. Seth himself enters the telepod, preparing to transmit himself through the ether -- but he doesn't know that he is sharing the telepod with a tiny housefly.
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FAQ
How long is The Fly?
The Fly runs for 1h 40m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under suspense/thriller, SF, remake, Horror.
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Yes
This is an easy single-evening watch.
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