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The Thing from Another World

6.719511h 27mPGMovieDramaHorrorScience Fiction

Scientists and US Air Force officials fend off a blood-thirsty alien organism while investigating at a remote arctic outpost.

DirectorChristian Nyby
WritersCharles Lederer·Howard Hawks
ProducerHoward Hawks

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BBC iPlayerBBC iPlayer
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Cast · Directed by Christian Nyby

KTKenneth Tobey
Kenneth Tobey
Captain Patrick Hendry
MSMargaret Sheridan
Margaret Sheridan
Nikki
RCRobert Cornthwaite
Robert Cornthwaite
Dr. Arthur Carrington
DSDouglas Spencer
Douglas Spencer
Ned 'Scotty' Scott
JYJames Young
James Young
Lt. Eddie Dykes
DMDewey Martin
Dewey Martin
Crew Chief Bob
RNRobert Nichols
Robert Nichols
Lt. Ken 'Mac' Erickson
WS
William Self
Corporal Barnes
NB
Nicholas Byron
Tex Richards
EFEduard Franz
Eduard Franz
Dr. Stern
GF
George Fenneman
Dr. Redding
PFPaul Frees
Paul Frees
Prof. Voorhees

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The Thing from Another World — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Thing from Another World?

The Thing from Another World is streaming on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Thing from Another World on Netflix?

No, The Thing from Another World is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on BBC iPlayer.

Is The Thing from Another World on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch The Thing from Another World for free?

The Thing from Another World is available to stream free (with ads) on BBC iPlayer in United Kingdom.