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The Thing

The Thing

25th June 1982
1h 49m
John Carpenter
If you started watching this film now, it would finish at approximately 11:40am.

The Thing is a Horror Mystery film released on 25th June 1982; John Carpenter directed the film which stars Kurt Russell, Keith David, and Richard Masur. The film is a sequel to the 2011 film The Thing. It is a remake/reboot of the 1951 film The Thing From Another World. The film was a box office success, earning a profit of $4,629,760 on its budget.

Plot

A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims.

Cast (19)

Kurt Russell in The Thing (1982)
Kurt Russell R.J. MacReady
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 30
Keith David in The Thing (1982)
Keith David Childs
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 25
Richard Masur in The Thing (1982)
Richard Masur Clark
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 33
Wilford Brimley in The Thing (1982)
Wilford Brimley Dr. Blair
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 47
David Clennon in The Thing (1982)
David Clennon Palmer
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 38
Donald Moffat in The Thing (1982)
Donald Moffat Garry
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 51
Peter Maloney in The Thing (1982)
Peter Maloney Bennings
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 37
Richard Dysart in The Thing (1982)
Richard Dysart Dr. Copper
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 52
Norbert Weisser in The Thing (1982)
Norbert Weisser Norwegian
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 35
Charles Hallahan in The Thing (1982)
Charles Hallahan Norris
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 38
T.K. Carter in The Thing (1982)
T.K. Carter Nauls
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 25
Joel Polis in The Thing (1982)
Joel Polis Fuchs
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 30
Thomas G. Waites in The Thing (1982)
Thomas G. Waites Windows
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 26
Larry J. Franco's profile
Larry J. Franco Norwegian
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 32
Jed's profile
Jed The Dog
Nate Irwin Helicopter Pilot
John Carpenter's profile
John Carpenter Norwegian
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 33
Adrienne Barbeau's profile
Adrienne Barbeau Computer Voice
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 36

Advisories

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Alcohol Use
Drug Use
Graphic Violence
Smoking

Watch The Thing (1982) online

Updated: 3rd Oct 2024, 12:39am. Data from JustWatch.

Prequels & Sequels

Remake of

This is a remake of The Thing From Another World, which was released in 1951.

The Thing From Another World poster

Films Like The Thing

Production Companies

Turman-Foster Company

The Thing Stats

Cast Age

Estimated Ages At Time of Filming

16% 20-29
53% 30-39
5% 40-49
11% 50-59
16% Unknown

Cast Genders

Who Is Most Represented

5% Animal
5% Female
89% Male

Good/Bad Characters

More Heroes of Villains?

11% Good
89% Neutral/Unknown

Character Types

What Characters Feature

11% Helicopter Pilot
11% Mechanic
11% Biologist
5% Dog Handler
5% Station Commander
5% Meteorologist
5% Doctor
5% Geologist
5% Cook
5% Radio Operator
32% Unknown

The Thing FAQ

When was The Thing released?

The Thing was released 42 years ago, on Friday June 25th, 1982.

Who plays the lead role(s) in The Thing?

The lead role is played by Kurt Russell in the role of R.J. MacReady.

How much did The Thing cost to make?

The budget was $15,000,000.

How much money did The Thing make?

The worldwide revenue was $19,629,760.

Is The Thing on Netflix?

No, The Thing is not currently available on Netflix in the United States

Is The Thing on Amazon Prime?

Yes, The Thing is currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States

Is The Thing on Disney Plus?

No, The Thing is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States