Product Details

• Actors: Steve McQueen, Aneta Corsaut, Earl Rowe, Olin Howland, Stephen Chase
• Directors: Irvin S. Yeaworth Jr., Russell S. Doughten Jr.
• Writers: Irvine Millgate, Kay Linaker, Theodore Simonson
• Producers: Russell S. Doughten Jr., Jack H. Harris
• Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono)
• Subtitles: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: Unrated
• Studio: Criterion
• DVD Release Date: November 14, 2000
• Run Time: 82 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (125 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B00004W3HE
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,911 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
• For more information about "The Blob (The Criterion Collection)" visit the Internet Movie Database (IMDb)

Editorial Reviews

Melds 50s schlock sci-fi and teen delinquency pics even as it transcends these genres with strong performances and knockout special effects. Made outside hollywood by a maverick film distributor a crew experienced in religious and educational shorts and a collection of theatrical talent. Studio: Image Entertainment Release Date: 11/14/2000 Run time: 82 minutes Rating: Nr Director: Irvin S. Yeaworth Jr.

Customer Reviews

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82 of 86 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars STUCK TO THE BOTTOM OF YOUR SHOE, November 27, 2000

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Thomas E. O'Sullivan - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Blob (The Criterion Collection) (DVD)

When I saw that the CRITERION COLLECTION was bringing THE BLOB to DVD - I have to admit I was shocked. This effective and classy little 1950's monster flick was getting the kind of star treatment that most films released on DVD are begging for. And for good reason... THE BLOB is an excellent movie. It hits all the marks, it stands it grounds, it never bores you and it provides you with a original (and even credible) monster that to this day is still more sinister than most that cross the screen (and yet remains the most fun - really, if gum chewed back, it would look like the BLOB). CRITERION again shines here... period style box art (including in the lower left corner a warning that the producers of THE BLOB can not be held libal for heart attacks or faninting from watching the film), a fact based booklet featuring the orginal poster art from the release for it's cover, plus a half sheet poster of the box art that is high quality and all glossy... a beautiful touch. The disc features an excellent transfer of the film. The colors are crisp and the sound is still effective and well balanced. Two audio commentaries are included with the disc, and each are insightful and entertaining. Both remain pretty much screen specific, but do branch out from time to time to explain a host of inside details (like why McQueen wished had had taken a percentage of THE BLOB, and how the leading lady wasn't cast until the very last second... which was the very first day of shooting). Trailer is included, as well as what is really a excellent addition... a photo collection of behind the scene stills, effects (even what the real BLOB looked like off camera and just how big it really was... little hint: not very), and rare BLOB props and BLOB memorabilia - overall CRITERION has given us yet another must have for DVD owners. If you're a fan of the period and the genre, then THE BLOB is a must, I can not recommend it enough... it's pure fun. And if you know someone this holiday season that is getting a DVD and into 50's shockers... start them off right and pick up the BLOB.

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A technical perspective...., December 13, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Blob (The Criterion Collection) (DVD)

THIS IS THE WAY DVD IS MEANT TO BE! When I purchased this DVD, I was originally taken aback by the high price. I knew nothing of "The Criterion Collection" until this disc. What they have done is nothing short of a miracle...restore THE BLOB to its original cinematic glory. The digital remastering is the most pristine I have seen for any movie, THE BLOB or no. The mono soundtrack is so clean, I could have sworn it was dimensional. The extras are a real treat. This is a fully-loaded DVD and one worth every penny. Fans of THE BLOB will rejoice with this DVD. All others will probably shrug their shoulders. This is eye-popping fantastic, from a technical standpoint. Buy with confidence!

29 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It crawls.... It creeps.... It eats you alive!, May 12, 2003

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cookieman108 "cookieman108®" (Inside the jar...) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Blob (The Criterion Collection) (DVD)

I hadn't see this movie in quite awhile, so when I saw it out with the 'Criterion Collection' treatment, I picked it up pretty quickly. The transfer is really good, and the colors come through brilliantly. Just seeing the blob oozing around, all bloated on the blood of it's victims is quite creepy. I do wish I could have seen this at the drive in, as that seems to be it's perfered format of venue, but this is the next best thing. I loved the part where the old man finds the small meteor and starts poking it with a stick. You just know something bad is going to happen. And then when he starts playing around with the blob on that stick, the ooze sliding down, getting closer to his hand....and the theme song...I had almost forgotten about that. It's so unlike a horror movie theme, but very catchy. Reminds me of that song 'Purple People Eater'. Anyway, the movie is a great piece of 50's sci-fi with great effects that's a lot of fun. Also included with this editon is a poster, and a few extras on the disc, but a lot less than I would have thought. I was expecting a little more, but what are you going to do? It seems odd that the Criterion Collection edition of Carnival of Souls should have as many extras it did and there not be more for The Blob. Anyway, if you like classic sci-fi, this one is a no brainer.