The Fly (1986)
📌 Available on Disney+ and Prime Video🛡️ Adults 18+
📖 Story
When Seth Brundle makes a huge scientific and technological breakthrough in teleportation, he decides to test it on himself. Unbeknownst to him, a common housefly manages to get inside the device and the two become one.
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Psychological
72
Worth trying
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneDark and heavy
ExperienceUnease and pressure
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect oppressive atmosphere and dark tension to drive the experience more than easy entertainment.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weight
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Adults
📌 MPAA
This title is not ideal for family viewing.
Runtime
96 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorDavid Cronenberg
WritingCharles Edward PogueDavid Cronenberg
CastJeff GoldblumGeena DavisJohn GetzJoy BoushelLeslie Carlson
ProductionStuart CornfeldMel Brooks
MusicHoward ShoreHomer DenisonJane Tattersall
CinematographyMark IrwinRobin MillerKenneth Post
Where to watch The Fly
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✨Availability Snapshot10 offers
The Fly is currently listed across official watch options including Disney+ and Prime Video.
Subscription access may be available through Disney+, depending on your country and plan. Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 5.99 GBP on Prime Video.
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
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🚀Blockbuster4.04x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue strongly outpaced the production cost
The release multiplied its reported budget into a standout box office result.
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Blockbuster result
💹 Return multiple: 4.04x📈 ROI: +304%🧾 Blockbuster
💰Budget
$15M15 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$60.6M60.6 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🚀Commercial gap
+$45.6M+45.6 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🚀Return multiple
4.04x4.04x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $15M • Revenue: $60.6M • Commercial gap: +$45.6M ROI +304%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Multiplied its budget strongly.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Jeff Goldblum
Seth Brundle
Geena Davis
Veronica Quaife
John Getz
Stathis Borans
Joy Boushel
Tawny
Leslie Carlson
Dr. Cheevers
George Chuvalo
Marky
Michael Copeman
2nd Man in Bar
David Cronenberg
Gynecologist
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Carol Lazare
Nurse
Shawn Hewitt
Clerk
Typhoon
Baboon (uncredited)
Ann Green
Restaurant Patron (uncredited)
Director: David Cronenberg
❓ FAQ
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1What is the plot of The Fly movie in short?
The film follows scientist Seth Brundle who invents teleportation technology and decides to test it on himself, unaware that a common housefly enters the device, resulting in their DNA merging together.
2Is The Fly suitable for families and children?
No, The Fly is not suitable for children as it is classified as a horror and sci-fi film containing frightening and violent scenes.
3When was The Fly released?
The Fly was released in 1986 as a classic horror and science fiction film.
4What genre does The Fly belong to?
The Fly is a horror and science fiction film that combines technological thriller elements with frightening content.
5Who is the main character in The Fly?
The main character is Seth Brundle, the scientist who invents the teleportation technology and becomes a victim of his own experiment.
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