How old was Jack Nicholson in The Shining?

The age of a celebrity during a film’s production often sparks interest among fans. That detail can add a new layer of appreciation to their performance. We’re about to uncover that piece of the puzzle.

In the movie The Shining, Jack Nicholson was at the age of:

42 years old

This is the age we determined through our research and timeline.

The age shown reflects the celebrity’s age as of the start of the release year of The Shining:

January 1, 1980

And the day Jack Nicholson was born:

April 22, 1937

Because movies often premiere within a year of starting production, Jack Nicholson might have been either one year younger or older while filming some scenes.