The Thing

1982 · 1h49 · Film

Directed by John Carpenter

Starring Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon, Keith David, Richard Dysart, Charles Hallahan, Peter Maloney, Richard Masur, Donald Moffat

Ideal when you feel… Bored Curious Happy

At an isolated Antarctic research station, a team encounters a shape-shifting alien capable of taking the form of its victims. As the threat spreads, fear and suspicion grow among the researchers, forcing them to fight for survival while questioning whom they can trust.

Original language

English

Country

United States

Screenplay

Bill Lancaster

Music

Ennio Morricone, John Carpenter, Alan Howarth

Cinematography

Dean Cundey

Cast

David Clennon, Keith David, Richard Dysart, Charles Hallahan, Peter Maloney, Richard Masur, Donald Moffat

Critics score

71/100

Updated July 21, 2026

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