The Thing
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What It’s About
A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims.
What We Think
John Carpenter delivers the greatest remake of all time with this 1982 horror-thriller that is emblematic of Cold War era paranoia
Directed by John Carpenter
Starring Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon, Keith David
Where to Watch The Thing
The Thing is currently streaming on Prime Video, AMC, and AMC Plus Apple TV channel in the United States. AMC is also available through Roku. Availability last checked November 2, 2026.
Cast & Creators
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Release Date
06/25/1982
06/25/1982
Original Language
English
English
Mood
Intense, Scary, Something Dramatic
Intense, Scary, Something Dramatic
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The Thing Collection
The Thing Collection
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Audience Breakdown
5★14★03★02★01★0
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