The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957)

A man suffers a genetic mutation after being exposed to both a radioactive mist while enjoying a boat ride and being sprayed with insecticides. He begins to shrink in size, causing havoc in his living conditions as he finds himself in a more hostile environment the smaller he becomes. The courage of the human spirit is put to good use as he faces dangerous enemies, such as a cat, then a spider looking for a meal.

This film could be compared to "Honey I Shrunk the Kids". Grant Williams is sympathetic, as a man in the grips of a force that he has no control over. The Screenplay, by Richard Matheson, is intelligent and involving. The FX are quite good. Williams' battle with a giant spider in the basement is a classic Sci-Fi scene, and a film highlight.

The cast includes: Grant Williams, Randy Stuart, Paul Langton, April Kent, and William Schallert.

Directed by Jack Arnold.

The Incredible Shrinking Man Review