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The Thing (1982), directed by John Carpenter, is a horror film and is available to stream on 5 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.2/10 and 85% on Rotten Tomatoes from 7,857 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 1982, it's a 1980s horror that continues to find new audiences through streaming.
The film stars Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, and T.K. Carter. At 109 minutes, it's easy to fit into a single evening. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
The Thing isn't currently included with any US streaming subscription, but it's available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with The Long Goodbye and Return of the Jedi, both of which are available to stream right now.
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- No — The Thing isn't currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
- The Thing isn't currently included with a US streaming subscription. It may be available to rent or buy.
- No — The Thing isn't currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
- No — The Thing isn't currently free to stream in the US.
- The Thing runs 1h 49m (109 minutes total).
- IMDb 8.2/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 85% · Metacritic 57/100.
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