The Blob
A drive-in favorite, this sci-fi classic follows teenagers Steve and his best girl, Jane, as they try to protect their hometown from a gelatinous alien life form that engulfs everything it touches. The first to discover the substance and live to tell about it, Steve and Jane witness the blob destroying an elderly man, then it growing to a terrifying size. But no one else has seen the goo, and policeman Dave refuses to believe the kids without proof.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, History Vault, Shout! Factory TV, and YouTube Free.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Frequently asked questions about The Blob
Where can I watch The Blob in the United States?
The Blob is available to stream on HBO Max, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, History Vault, Shout! Factory TV, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Blob on HBO Max?
Yes. The Blob is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, History Vault, Shout! Factory TV, and YouTube Free.
Can I watch The Blob for free?
The Blob streams free with ads in the United States on Shout! Factory TV, YouTube Free, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Blob?
The Blob scores 6.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Blob?
The Blob stars Steve McQueen, Aneta Corsaut, Earl Rowe, Olin Howland, and Stephen Chase. Irvin S. Yeaworth Jr. is the director.
How long is The Blob?
The Blob runs 1h 22m (82 minutes).
When did The Blob come out?
The Blob was released on September 10, 1958.
Which studio made The Blob?
The Blob was produced by Tonylyn Productions Inc., Valley Forge Films, and Fairview Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The Blob?
The Blob was made on a budget of $110,000.
How much did The Blob make at the box office?
The Blob grossed $4,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $110,000.
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.