The Thing
- Horror
- Mystery
- Science Fiction
A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims.
The Thing is a 1982 science-fiction horror film about a research team in Antarctica hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims. The cult classic is available to stream and watch on various platforms, offering one of cinema's most iconic paranoia-driven narratives.
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In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
Wide release in United States · Rated R
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Where to watch The Thing by country
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Kurt RussellMacReady
Wilford BrimleyBlair
T.K. CarterNauls
David ClennonPalmer
Keith DavidChilds
Richard DysartDr. Copper
Charles HallahanNorris
Peter MaloneyBennings
Richard MasurClark
Donald MoffatGarry
Joel PolisFuchs
Thomas G. WaitesWindows
Norbert WeisserNorwegian
Larry FrancoNorwegian Passenger with Rifle- Nate IrwinHelicopter Pilot
Trailer
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The Thing — frequently asked
When was The Thing released?
The Thing premiered on June 25, 1982 in theaters.
What is The Thing about?
The film follows a research team stationed in Antarctica who must survive encounters with a shape-shifting extraterrestrial creature capable of perfectly imitating any person it encounters, creating intense paranoia and distrust among the team.
What genre is The Thing?
The Thing is a horror and science-fiction thriller that blends mystery elements, focusing on psychological tension as much as creature terror.
Is there a sequel or remake?
A prequel film titled The Thing was released in 2011, set before the events of the 1982 original.
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