The Thing
The Thing is a 2011 Horror Mystery film released on 12th October; Matthijs van Heijningen Jr. directed the film which stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Eric Christian Olsen, and Joel Edgerton. A sequel, The Thing, was released in 1982. The film was a box office failure, making a loss of $3,494,713 on its budget.
When paleontologist Kate Lloyd travels to an isolated outpost in Antarctica for the expedition of a lifetime, she joins an international team that unearths a remarkable discovery. Their elation quickly turns to fear as they realize that their experiment has freed a mysterious being from its frozen prison. Paranoia spreads like an epidemic as a creature that can mimic anything it touches will pit human against human as it tries to survive and flourish in this spine-tingling thriller.
Cast (17)
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The Thing Stats
Cast Age
Estimated Ages At Time of Filming
6% 20-29
35% 30-39
29% 40-49
29% Unknown
Cast Genders
Who Is Most Represented
12% Female
88% Male
Good/Bad Characters
More Heroes of Villains?
100% Unknown
Character Types
What Characters Feature
100% Unknown
The Thing FAQ
When was The Thing released?
The Thing was released on Wednesday October 12th, 2011.
Who plays the lead role(s) in The Thing?
The lead role is played by Mary Elizabeth Winstead.
How much did The Thing cost to make?
The budget was $35,000,000.
How much money did The Thing make?
The worldwide revenue was $31,505,287.
Is The Thing on Netflix?
No, The Thing is not currently available on Netflix in the United States
Is The Thing on Amazon Prime?
No, The Thing is not 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