
The Thing: Terror Takes Shape
An in-depth look at the making of John Carpenter's cult classic sci-fi horror The Thing, telling the story of a group of researchers in Antarctica who encounter a parasitic extra-terrestrial life-form that assimilates, then imitates other organisms.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Thing: Terror Takes Shape
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 1998-09-08
- Runtime: 83 minutes
- Rating: 7.4/10 (28 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Universal Studios Home Video
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.8565
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

John Carpenter
as Self

David Foster
as Self

Bill Lancaster
as Self

John J. Lloyd
as Self

Dean Cundey
as Self

Rob Bottin
as Self

Kurt Russell
as Self

Richard Masur
as Self

Charles Hallahan
as Self

Peter Kuran
as Self
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Thing: Terror Takes Shape?▼
The Thing: Terror Takes Shape is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1998-09-08.
Who are the main actors in The Thing: Terror Takes Shape?▼
The main cast includes John Carpenter, David Foster, Bill Lancaster, John J. Lloyd, Dean Cundey, .
Where can I watch The Thing: Terror Takes Shape online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Thing: Terror Takes Shape is available.
Is The Thing: Terror Takes Shape based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Thing: Terror Takes Shape?▼
The Thing: Terror Takes Shape has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 28 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Thing: Terror Takes Shape?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Thing: Terror Takes Shape?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Studios Home Video. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Thing: Terror Takes Shape filmed?▼
The Thing: Terror Takes Shape was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Thing: Terror Takes Shape?▼
The total runtime of The Thing: Terror Takes Shape is 83 minutes.
Is The Thing: Terror Takes Shape suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Thing: Terror Takes Shape?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Thing: Terror Takes Shape.
Does The Thing: Terror Takes Shape have a post-credit scene?▼
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