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The Thinning

6.620161h 24mMovieThrillerDramaHorror

In a post-apocalyptic future where population control is dictated by a high-school aptitude test, two students discover the test is smoke and mirrors hiding a larger conspiracy.

DirectorMichael J. Gallagher
WritersMichael J. Gallagher·Steve Greene
ProducersJana Gallagher·Michael Wormser

Where to watch

Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Michael J. Gallagher

LPLogan Paul
Logan Paul
Blake Redding
PLPeyton List
Peyton List
Laina Michaels
LJLia Marie Johnson
Lia Marie Johnson
Ellie Harper
CWCalum Worthy
Calum Worthy
Kellan Woods
RWRyan Whitney
Ryan Whitney
Sarah Foster
MTMichael Traynor
Michael Traynor
Mason King
SDStacey Dash
Stacey Dash
Kendra Birch
MGMatthew Glave
Matthew Glave
Governor Redding
RGRobert Gant
Robert Gant
Vince Davi
KWKiersten Warren
Kiersten Warren
Barbara Michaels
JGJana Gallagher
Jana Gallagher
Ms. Cole
PO
Patrick O'Sullivan
Mr. Glass

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The Thinning — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Thinning?

The Thinning is streaming on YouTube in United States as of September 2026. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Thinning on Netflix?

No, The Thinning is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on YouTube.

Is The Thinning on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Thinning isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on YouTube instead.

Where can I watch The Thinning for free?

The Thinning isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Is there a sequel to The Thinning?

Yes — The Thinning is followed by The Thinning: New World Order (2018) in the Thinning Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Thinning?

The Thinning is the first film in the Thinning Collection.

Is The Thinning part of a trilogy?

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

How many movies are in the Thinning Collection?

There are 2 films in the Thinning Collection: The Thinning (2016) and The Thinning: New World Order (2018).