Where to Watch The Thing (1982) in Canada

What it's about

A US research station, Antarctica, early-winter 1982. The base is suddenly buzzed by a helicopter from the nearby Norwegian research station. They are trying to kill a dog that has escaped from their base. After the destruction of the Norwegian chopper the members of the US team fly to the Norwegian base, only to discover them all dead or missing. They do find the remains of a strange creature the Norwegians burned. The Americans take it to their base and deduce that it is an alien life form. After a while it is apparent that the alien can take over and assimilate into other life forms, including humans, and can spread like a virus. This means that anyone at the base could be inhabited by The Thing, and tensions escalate.

Cast and crew

Director

John Carpenter

Writer

Bill Lancaster, John W. Campbell Jr.

Starring

Kurt Russell, Wilford Brimley, Keith David

Details

Release date

Jun 25, 1982

Language

English, Norwegian

Country

United States

Box office

$20,063,820

Awards

1 win & 5 nominations total

Where to Watch The Thing (1982) in Canada — common questions

Where to watch The Thing in Canada?

The Thing is available with a subscription or to rent in Canada. Watch the movie with a subscription on Crave (HD) and Prime Video (HD). Rent the movie on Apple TV Store (4K) and Prime Video (4K).

Can I stream The Thing or do I have to rent it in Canada?

Watch the movie with a subscription on Crave (HD) and Prime Video (HD). Rent the movie on Apple TV Store (4K) and Prime Video (4K).

Can I watch The Thing for free in Canada?

We have not confirmed a free option for The Thing in Canada.