Michael Jackson's Thriller (1983)
Kernel Score: 89% · 737 TMDB ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Horror, Thriller, Music
Released: 1983-11-14
Runtime: 14 minutes
Overview
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.
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Director
Cast
- Michael Jackson as Michael Jackson
- Ola Ray as Michael's Girlfriend
- Vincent Price as Narrator (voice)
- Cynthia Garris as Zombie (uncredited)
- Mick Garris as Zombie (uncredited)
- Hanala Sagal as Dancer (uncredited)
- Forrest J. Ackerman as Man in Movie Theater (uncredited)
- Reed Armstrong as Zombie (uncredited)
- Rick Baker as Zombie Opening the Crypt (uncredited)
- Miko C. Brando as Zombie (uncredited)
Michael Jackson's Thriller FAQ
Is Michael Jackson's Thriller good?
Michael Jackson's Thriller has an 89% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
What is Michael Jackson's Thriller rated?
Michael Jackson's Thriller is rated PG.
What movies are like Michael Jackson's Thriller?
If you liked Michael Jackson's Thriller, try Ghosts, High Strung Free Dance, Z-O-M-B-I-E-S 2 and Anima.