The Thing
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Originally released in 1982. The Thing is a horror/mystery film. directed by John Carpenter.
Starring Kurt Russell, Keith David, and Wilford Brimley
Synopsis
A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 25, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
1h 49m
109 minutes total
User Rating
8.1/10
Excellent (7,642 votes)
Budget
$15M
Production budget
Box Office
$19.6M
1.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $15,000,000
- Revenue
- $19,629,760
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
- The Turman-Foster Company
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.
How long is The Thing?
The Thing has a runtime of 1 hours and 49 minutes (109 minutes total).
When was The Thing released?
The Thing was released on June 25, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Thing?
The main cast of The Thing includes Kurt Russell, Keith David, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon.
Is The Thing worth watching?
The Thing has a user rating of 8.1/10 based on 7,642 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.