Blue Velvet poster

Movie Info

Release Date: September 19, 1986
Runtime: 120 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (17)
Genres:
Crime Thriller Mystery
Budget: $6,000,000
Revenue: $8,636,706
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
🍅
91%
Tomatometer
75
75/100
Metacritic
🎬
7.6/10
TMDB
3,773 votes
7.7/10
IMDb
244,318 votes
Watchlist
Login Login to add this movie to your watchlist.

Blue Velvet

1986

"Beneath the surface, darkness whispers your name."

Also known as: 🇪🇸 ES: Terciopelo azul? 🇩🇪 DE: Blue Velvet: Verbotene Blicke? 🇵🇹 PT: Veludo Azul? 🇮🇹 IT: Velluto blu? 🇯🇵 JA: ブルーベルベット? All international titles (17) →

Awards & Recognition

0 Wins
1 Nominations
1 Total
Oscars
1 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner
1987 Oscars Best Director David Lynch

Synopsis

🧒

Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 4/5
Language 3/5
Drugs / Alcohol 3/5
Frightening Elements 4/5
🔗

Connections with other movies

This movie has thematic and stylistic connections with the following productions:

Where to Watch Blue Velvet Online

Available in Romania on Amazon Prime Video

All Streaming Services

Stream with Subscription

Amazon Prime Video streaming service logo

Blue Velvet is on Amazon Prime Video

Streaming availability data provided by TMDB. Romania

Box Office

Budget: $6,000,000
Revenue: $8,636,706
Profit $2,636,706
ROI +43.9% (1.4x)

Reviews & Opinions about Blue Velvet

Write a Review

No reviews yet. Be the first to review this movie!

Register to Write a Review

Already a member? Login

Blue Velvet is directed by David Lynch .

Crew & Production

Keywords

#murder 245 #neo-noir 89 #small town 88 #detective 86 #drugs 78 #surrealism 52 #drug dealer 39 #nightclub 22 #voyeurism 21 #cruel 20 #sexual obsession 10 #erotic thriller 9 #policeman 7 #ear 4 #psychological abuse 3

Production Companies

Trivia & Fun Facts about Blue Velvet

6
  • David Lynch, the director, created the film's sound design to evoke a sense of unease and tension, using ambient noises and dissonant music to complement the visuals.

    Behind the Scenes ai
  • The severed ear discovered in the film was crafted using a combination of practical effects and a realistic silicone replica to enhance its unsettling appearance.

    Behind the Scenes ai
  • The character of Frank Booth, portrayed by Dennis Hopper, was inspired by the real-life criminal underworld, reflecting Lynch's interest in exploring the darker aspects of human nature.

    Fun Fact ai
  • The film was shot in Wilmington, North Carolina, which provided a stark contrast between the picturesque setting and the disturbing events of the plot.

    Behind the Scenes ai
  • Kyle MacLachlan, who played the lead role of Jeffrey Beaumont, was originally considered for a different role, but Lynch believed he was perfect for the central character.

    Fun Fact ai
  • Blue Velvet has been referenced in various works of pop culture, including television series and films, highlighting its lasting impact on the thriller genre.

    Movie Connection ai

Movies similar to Blue Velvet

Films with similar themes, genres, or styles that you might enjoy.

Recommendations may come from AI, the community, or genre similarity.

Suggest Similar Movie Suggest
Loading...

Loading similar movies...

Loading...

Loading AI recommendations...

Loading...

Loading community suggestions...

Loading...

Loading from collections...