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The Thing

6.819901h MovieDocumentary

1989. Amid the collapse of the Eastern Bloc, the largest communist party in Western Europe—Italy's PCI—announces that it'll change its name, vowing to become 'a new thing'. The film follows the debates taking place in various PCI branches across Italy in the aftermath of this historic decision.

DirectorNanni Moretti
ProducersAngelo Barbagallo·Nanni Moretti

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 5 other countries

The Thing isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Belgium, Brazil, France, Italy and 1 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

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The Thing — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Thing?

The Thing isn't on any streaming service in United States yet, but it's available in Belgium, Brazil and France and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Thing on Netflix?

No, The Thing is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026.

Is The Thing on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Thing for free?

The Thing isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Thing?

The Thing hasn't started streaming in United States yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 22, 1990. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.