The Shadow
Based on the 1930s comic strip, The Shadow is put up against his archenemy Shiwan Khan, who plans to take over the world by holding a city to ransom using an atom bomb. Using his powers of invisibility and "the power to cloud men's minds", The Shadow comes blazing to the rescue with explosive results.
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Streaming now in the United States on YouTube Free.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
Trailers and promos
Official Trailer
The Shadow (1994) US Teaser Trailer
Lamont Cranston Transforms Into The Shadow
Bridge Fight Scene
Alec Baldwin and Cinematographer Stephen Burum Talk Production Design
Alec Baldwin, David Koepp, and Penelope Ann Miller Interview
Michael Schlesinger on THE SHADOW
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Frequently asked questions about The Shadow
Where can I watch The Shadow in the United States?
The Shadow is available to stream on YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Shadow for free?
The Shadow streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Shadow?
The Shadow scores 6.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Shadow?
The Shadow stars Alec Baldwin, John Lone, Penelope Ann Miller, Peter Boyle, and Ian McKellen. Russell Mulcahy is the director.
How long is The Shadow?
The Shadow runs 1h 48m (108 minutes).
When did The Shadow come out?
The Shadow was released on July 1, 1994.
Which studio made The Shadow?
The Shadow was produced by Bregman/Baer Productions and Universal Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Shadow?
The Shadow was made on a budget of $40,000,000.
How much did The Shadow make at the box office?
The Shadow grossed $48,063,465 worldwide, against a budget of $40,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.