The Blob
Terror has no shape.
1988 · 95 min · ★ 6.9 (1K) · Horror, Science Fiction, Action
In Arborville, California, three high school students try to protect their hometown from a gelatinous alien life form that engulfs everything it touches.
Directed by Chuck Russell · Written by Chuck Russell
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Shawnee Smith Meg Penny -
Donovan Leitch Paul Taylor -
Jeffrey DeMunn Sheriff Herb Geller -
Candy Clark Fran Hewitt -
Joe Seneca Dr. Meddows -
Del Close Reverend Meeker -
Paul McCrane Deputy Bill Briggs -
Sharon Spelman Mrs. Penny -
Beau Billingslea Moss Woolsey -
Art LaFleur Pharmacist / Mr. Penny -
Ricky Paull Goldin Scott Jeskey
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