The Shining (1980) Prop Stunt Axe

Used by Jack Nicholson in his portrayal of Jack Torrance

A rare opportunity to own arguably the most striking prop in cinema history

Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining (1980), based on Stephen King’s novel, regularly tops lists of most terrifying horror films. Jack Nicholson’s door-breaking axe scene is regarded as among the most iconic in cinema history.

This lightweight, hard foam axe was used in filming Stanley Kubrick’s classic horror film The Shining (1980).

This prop stunt axe was substituted for the original wooden axe as a safety measure and for ease of use during filming. It would have been used in long shots and when two or more characters were on screen.

Made of hard polyfoam. 89cm (35 inches) in length. The handle has been professionally painted to resemble wood grain, replicating the look of the “hero” wooden axe. The foam head features silver tape to resemble the metal surface.