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Michael Jackson’s Thriller

(1983)
8.7 PixlRun
Country United States of America
Original language English
Runtime 14min
Premiere 1983-11-21
MPAA rating PG
Director John Landis
Cinematography Robert Paynter
Editor George Folsey Jr.
Producers George Folsey Jr., John Landis, Michael Jackson
Production Optimum Productions

All cast & crew

Director
John Landis
Cinematography
Robert Paynter
Editor
George Folsey Jr.
Producers
George Folsey Jr., John Landis, Michael Jackson

Photos

Awards summary

6 wins & 3 nominations.

Our review

A night at the movies turns terrifying when Michael and his date are attacked by zombies. Released at the height of Thriller’s success, the short film redefined the music video, broke racial barriers, and became the first inducted into the U.S. National Film Registry.

Frequently asked questions

Who directed Michael Jackson’s Thriller?
John Landis directed Michael Jackson’s Thriller in 1983.
What is the IMDb rating?
Michael Jackson’s Thriller has an IMDb rating of 8.7/10 from 16,013 votes.
How long is Michael Jackson’s Thriller?
Michael Jackson’s Thriller has a runtime of 14 minutes.

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