The Shining — VHS Tape (1980)
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Est. Total Market € 323,10
About this item
The Shining on VHS carries the weight of Kubrick's obsessive perfectionism into the home video format. The 1980 horror masterpiece went through multiple VHS releases across Europe — from early Warner clamshell cases to later budget re-releases — each with slightly different cover art and aspect ratios.
Collectibility hinges on edition and region. The original UK pre-cert release (before the Video Recordings Act) is genuinely rare and commands serious money. European versions with unique cover art — particularly Italian and German releases — have their own collector base. Even standard copies hold value because the film's cult status keeps growing.
Inspect the tape housing for cracks — horror VHS tapes got rewound heavily. Check the label for the correct catalog number if you're after a specific pressing. Mold and warping from damp storage are common killers.
