Michael Jackson's Thriller movie poster

Michael Jackson's Thriller

8.2/10

Rating

14 min

Runtime

1983

Release Year

John Landis

Director

Cast

Michael Jackson, Ola Ray, Vincent Price, Cynthia Garris, Mick Garris

Quick Synopsis

During a night out at the movies, Michael Jackson and his date find themselves suddenly attacked by zombies. This short film, released when Thriller was at the peak of its popularity, changed the way music videos were made, challenged racial barriers in the industry, and was the first music video to be added to the U.S. National Film Registry.

Detailed Synopsis of Michael Jackson's Thriller

A night at the movies turns terrifying when Michael and his date are attacked by zombies. Released at the height of Thriller’s success, the short film redefined the music video, broke racial barriers, and became the first inducted into the U.S. National Film Registry.

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