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The Thing

6.320111h 43mRMovieHorrorScience FictionMystery

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…

DirectorMatthijs van Heijningen Jr.
WriterEric Heisserer
ProducersMarc Abraham·Eric Newman

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Matthijs van Heijningen Jr.

MWMary Elizabeth Winstead
Mary Elizabeth Winstead
Kate Lloyd
JEJoel Edgerton
Joel Edgerton
Carter
UTUlrich Thomsen
Ulrich Thomsen
Dr. Sander Halvorson
EOEric Christian Olsen
Eric Christian Olsen
Adam Finch
AAAdewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
Jameson
PBPaul Braunstein
Paul Braunstein
Griggs
TSTrond Espen Seim
Trond Espen Seim
Edvard Wolner
KBKim Bubbs
Kim Bubbs
Juliette
JLJørgen Langhelle
Jørgen Langhelle
Lars
JRJan Gunnar Røise
Jan Gunnar Røise
Olav
SHStig Henrik Hoff
Stig Henrik Hoff
Peder
KHKristofer Hivju
Kristofer Hivju
Jonas

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The Thing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Thing?

The Thing isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Thing on Netflix?

No, The Thing is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on YouTube.

Is The Thing on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Thing isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Thing for free?

The Thing isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on YouTube.

Is there a sequel to The Thing?

The Thing is currently the latest film in the Thing Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Thing?

Yes — The Thing (1982) comes before The Thing in the Thing Collection.

Is The Thing part of a trilogy?

No — The Thing is part of the Thing Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Thing Collection?

There are 2 films in the Thing Collection: The Thing (1982) and The Thing (2011).