Where to watch The Thing in the UK

Name: The Thing
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction, Mystery
Released: 1982-06-25
Cast: Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon, Keith David

The Thing (1982) is streaming in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, MUBI, Sky Store and YouTube.

Checked 8 November 2026. Streaming with a subscription or for free only; we don't list rentals or purchases.

Type: Film
Year: 1982
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction, Mystery
Running time: 1h 49m
Original language: English
Director: John Carpenter
Starring: Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon and Keith David
IMDb: 8.2/10 (537,503 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes: 85%

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Frequently asked questions about The Thing

Is The Thing on Netflix UK?

No, The Thing isn't on Netflix in the UK right now. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, MUBI, Sky Store and YouTube.

Is The Thing on Sky?

No, The Thing isn't on Sky in the UK right now. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, MUBI, Sky Store and YouTube.

How long is The Thing?

The Thing is 109 minutes long (1 hour and 49 minutes).

Who is in the cast of The Thing?

The cast includes Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon and Keith David.

Where to watch The Thing in the UK

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