The Thing
First worldwide release
June 25, 1982
Length
1h 49m
Language
EN
HorrorMysteryScience Fiction
🎬 Directed by John Carpenter
🌟 Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, T.K. Carter, David Clennon, Keith David
A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims.
Trailer
Release Rollout
The Thing opened first in Canada and United States on June 25, 1982. The rollout continued across 20 countries, finishing in South Korea on December 25, 1983.
Release Dates by Country
CanadaJun 25, 1982
United StatesJun 25, 1982
SUJun 28, 1982
AustraliaAug 20, 1982
ArgentinaAug 26, 1982
United KingdomAug 26, 1982
SpainOct 8, 1982
GermanyOct 22, 1982
SwedenOct 29, 1982
FranceNov 3, 1982
DenmarkNov 5, 1982
NetherlandsNov 11, 1982
PortugalNov 11, 1982
JapanNov 13, 1982
ItalyNov 26, 1982
IrelandNov 28, 1982
FinlandDec 17, 1982
NorwayJan 21, 1983
BrazilFeb 3, 1983
MexicoJun 2, 1983
South KoreaDec 25, 1983
Frequently Asked Questions
When does The Thing come out?
The Thing was released on June 25, 1982.
When does The Thing come out in United States?
The Thing was released in United States on June 25, 1982.
When does The Thing come out in United Kingdom?
The Thing was released in United Kingdom on August 26, 1982.
When does The Thing come out in Germany?
The Thing was released in Germany on October 22, 1982.
When does The Thing come out in Australia?
The Thing was released in Australia on August 20, 1982.
Who directed The Thing?
The Thing was directed by John Carpenter.
How long is The Thing?
The Thing has a runtime of 1h 49m.