Movie Nights in Minerva: October Film Series – Public Domain Horror 

The scares don’t stop! Our October lineup continues with another night screening that’s as campy as it is creepy: The Blob (1958).

Just like the rest of this month’s picks, The Blob is part of the public domain, meaning no copyright chains are holding it back. Public domain works live on through classrooms, libraries, and movie nights like this, ready to be rediscovered and reimagined.

The Blob (1958)
A strange meteor crashes to Earth in a small Pennsylvania town, unleashing a mysterious, ever-growing blob of alien goo that absorbs everything (and everyone) in its path. It’s up to a group of teens, led by a young Steve McQueen in one of his first starring roles, to warn the town before it’s too late. A perfect blend of 1950s sci-fi and drive-in horror, The Blob is equal parts chilling and charming—and the theme song is unforgettable!

• Rated: Unrated (1950s creature-feature thrills)

• Runtime: 1hr 22mins

And yes, the hot, fresh popcorn will be flowing—just watch out that it doesn’t get absorbed by the Blob first. Bring your friends, grab a seat in the Minerva Room, and join us for a squishy, squirmy night of classic horror fun.

Registration is not required, but preferred.