The Blob

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In a small town, an insatiable amoeboid creature grows as it consumes all in its path, turning ordinary folks into frantic strategists, waging a desperate battle of wits against this jello-like, ever-expanding doom. Can cold stop it?

The Blob Trivia

In which year was the original movie "The Blob" released? (Medium)
#1: 1955
#2: 1958
#3: 1962
#4: 1965
Who composed the theme song for the original movie "The Blob"? (Genius)
#1: Max Steiner
#2: Bernard Herrmann
#3: Burt Bacharach
#4: Elmer Bernstein
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The Blob Fun Facts

Steve McQueen ate the fake Blob as a prank on set.
The Blob movie's famous gelatinous antagonist was actually made from a mixture of silicone and red dye.

The Blob Polls

Who is your favorite character in The Blob?
Steve McQueen as Steve Andrews
Aneta Corsaut as Jane Martin
Earl Rowe as Lt. Dave
Olin Howlin as the Old Man
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What is your favorite scene in The Blob?
The diner attack
The movie theater outbreak
The sewer confrontation
The final showdown
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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

creation
March 1964

Creation of The Blob Character

The Blob was created by writer Arnold Drake and artist Carmine Infantino, making his first appearance in Marvel Comics.

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1970s-1980s

Character Design Evolution

Over the years, The Blob's design evolved, including changes in costume and physical appearance to reflect contemporary comic art styles.

media_appearance
1992

Appearances in Animated Series

The Blob appeared in various X-Men animated series, broadening his exposure to audiences outside of comics.

media_appearance
May 1, 2009

Live-Action Film Portrayals

The Blob character was adapted into live-action films, notably portrayed by actor Kevin Durand in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine'.

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