The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957)
Kernel Score: 85% · 547 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Science Fiction, Drama, Adventure, Horror
Released: 1957-02-22
Runtime: 81 minutes
Where to watch The Incredible Shrinking Man
- Stream: Darkroom
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A dangerous combination of radiation and insecticide causes the unfortunate Scott Carey to shrink, slowly but surely, until he is only a few inches tall. His home becomes a wilderness where he must survive everything from spiders living in the cellar to his beloved cat.
The Incredible Shrinking Man parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that this classic sci-fi horror follows a man who slowly shrinks after radiation exposure and must survive threats like a giant spider.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Survival-horror elements include a giant spider and tarantula threats and themes of disability and presumed death.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Jack Arnold
Cast
- Grant Williams as Scott Carey
- Randy Stuart as Louise Carey
- April Kent as Clarice Bruce
- Paul Langton as Charlie Carey
- Raymond Bailey as Doctor Thomas Silver
- William Schallert as Doctor Arthur Bramson
- Frank J. Scannell as Barker
- Helene Marshall as Nurse
- Diana Darrin as Nurse
- Billy Curtis as Midget
The Incredible Shrinking Man FAQ
Is The Incredible Shrinking Man good?
The Incredible Shrinking Man has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 547 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Incredible Shrinking Man?
In the US you can stream The Incredible Shrinking Man on Darkroom and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Incredible Shrinking Man OK for kids?
The Incredible Shrinking Man is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that this classic sci-fi horror follows a man who slowly shrinks after radiation exposure and must survive threats like a giant spider.
What movies are like The Incredible Shrinking Man?
If you liked The Incredible Shrinking Man, try Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, La Jetée and Ant-Man.