Where to watch The Thing in the US

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 US on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and AMC, included with a subscription.

Checked November 5, 2026. Streaming included with a subscription only; we don't list rentals or purchases.

Type: Movie
Year: 1982
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction, Mystery
Runtime: 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?

No, The Thing isn't on Netflix in the US right now. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and AMC.

Is The Thing on Hulu?

No, The Thing isn't on Hulu in the US right now. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and AMC.

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 US

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