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The Thing

8.119821h 49mRMovieHorrorMysteryScience Fiction

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

DirectorJohn Carpenter

WriterBill Lancaster

ProducersDavid Foster·Wilbur Stark

Where to watch

YouTube Free

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by John Carpenter

Kurt Russell

Wilford Brimley

Wilford Brimley

T.K. Carter

David Clennon

Keith David

Richard Dysart

Charles Hallahan

Charles Hallahan

Peter Maloney

Richard Masur

Donald Moffat

Joel Polis

Thomas G. Waites

Thomas G. Waites

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The Thing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Thing?

The Thing is streaming on YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Thing on Netflix?

No, The Thing is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on YouTube Free.

Is The Thing on Amazon Prime Video?

The Thing isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Thing for free?

The Thing is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United States.

Is there a sequel to The Thing?

Yes — The Thing is followed by The Thing (2011) in the Thing Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Thing?

The Thing is the first film 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).