The Thing(1982)
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Overview
A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims.
Director
John Carpenter
Studio
Universal Pictures
Budget
$15M
Revenue
$20M
Cast
Kurt Russell
as MacReady
Wilford Brimley
as Blair
T.K. Carter
as Nauls
David Clennon
as Palmer
Keith David
as Childs
Richard Dysart
as Dr. Copper
Charles Hallahan
as Norris
Peter Maloney
as Bennings
Richard Masur
as Clark
Donald Moffat
as Garry
Joel Polis
as Fuchs
Thomas G. Waites
as Windows
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1982
Runtime
1h 49m
Language
English
Rating
8.1 / 10
Budget
$15M
Box Office
$20M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures • The Turman-Foster Company
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Thing?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Thing (1982).
What is The Thing about?▼
A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims.
Who directed The Thing?▼
The Thing was directed by John Carpenter and released in 1982. It is a horror, mystery, science fiction film.
How long is The Thing?▼
The Thing has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
Who stars in The Thing?▼
The cast of The Thing includes Kurt Russell as MacReady, Wilford Brimley as Blair, T.K. Carter as Nauls, David Clennon as Palmer, Keith David as Childs and more.
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