The Shining: Stanley Kubrick, Stephen King and a legendary scene
Jack Nicholson’s “Here’s Johnny!” made the axe in The Shining one of cinema’s most recognisable props. This article traces the scene back to Stephen King’s novel and his stay at the Stanley Hotel, follows Kubrick’s production at Elstree and King’s objections to it, looks at the Bonhams sale of Kubrick’s archive, and explains why the film needed foam stunt axes.
2026-10-06
Jack Nicholson’s Shining axe cuts through estimates in £176,400 auction
Who would want this terrifying item in their home? Someone wanted it enough that they paid £176,000 for it. Find out why it’s so rare here.
2025-12-10
Kubrick’s Shining knife shows chilling genius
A knife signed by the child star of the Shining and that features on screen in the legendary horror movie is for sale at a British collectibles firm. The knife […]
2025-06-13
Original 2001: A Space Odyssey space suit set to auction at Julien’s
An incredibly rare space suit worn in the classic film 2001: A Space Odyssey will be offered for sale at Julien’s Auctions in Beverly Hills next month. The prop suit […]
