The Thing

Horror • Mystery • Science Fiction • 1982 • 1h 49m

The Thing movie poster
RATING★ 4.0
RUNTIME1h 49m
LANGUAGEEN
STATUSReleased
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📖 Synopsis

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

🎥 Production Details
Tagline
“Anytime. Anywhere. Anyone.”
Release Status
Released
Genres
Horror, Mystery, Science Fiction
Director
John Carpenter
Original Language
EN
🎭 Cast
Kurt RussellKurt RussellMacReady
Wilford BrimleyWilford BrimleyBlair
T.K. CarterT.K. CarterNauls
David ClennonDavid ClennonPalmer
Keith DavidKeith DavidChilds
Richard DysartRichard DysartDr. Copper
Charles HallahanCharles HallahanNorris
Peter MaloneyPeter MaloneyBennings
Richard MasurRichard MasurClark
Donald MoffatDonald MoffatGarry
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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.
When was The Thing released?
The Thing was released on June 25, 1982.
How long is The Thing?
The Thing has a runtime of 1h 49m.
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