The Fly (1986) Collection

The Fly Collection encompasses two films released between 1986 and 1989, representing a science-fiction body horror series. The collection began with "The Fly" (1986), directed and co-written by David Cronenberg, and stars Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, and John Getz. Loosely adapting George Langelaan's 1957 short story and the subsequent 1958 film, the collection explores the transformation of an eccentric scientist into a fly-hybrid creature following a failed experiment. The initial film garnered widespread critical and audience acclaim, particularly for its special effects and Goldblum’s performance, and achieved significant commercial success, grossing $60.6 million against a budget of $31.5 million. The second installment in the collection, "The Fly II" (1989), was directed by Chris Walas, who also contributed to the special effects of the first film. The total runtime for the entire collection is 201 minutes, and the combined budget for both films was $31.5 million, resulting in a total revenue of $99.5 million. This two-part series marks the only franchise developed by David Cronenberg. Howard Shore composed the score for "The Fly," while Chris Walas and Stephan Dupuis were responsible for the film's make-up effects. The collection’s financial performance indicates a substantial investment in the project, with the initial film achieving considerable returns. The Fly Collection spans four years of activity and provides a focused exploration of a singular, unsettling premise through two distinct cinematic presentations.