2011 · movie · R · 1h 43m
The Thing
It's not human. Yet.
Is The Thing on Netflix?
No. The Thing (2011) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Peacock.
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When paleontologist Kate Lloyd travels to an isolated outpost in Antarctica for the expedition of a lifetime, she joins an international team that unearths a remarkable discovery. Their elation quickly turns to fear as they realize that their experiment has freed a mysterious being from its frozen prison. Paranoia spreads like an epidemic as a creature that can mimic anything it touches will pit human against human as it tries to survive and flourish in this spine-tingling thriller.
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How we got to 64.2
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 6.3/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 35 | none |
The Thing: common questions
Is The Thing on Netflix?
No. The Thing (2011) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on Peacock.
Where can I watch The Thing?
The Thing (2011) is included with a Peacock subscription in the US.
Is The Thing worth watching?
It scores 64.2/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in C-tier: mixed.
How long is The Thing?
The Thing runs 1h 43m (103 minutes).
What is The Thing rated?
The Thing is rated R in the US.
Who is in The Thing?
The Thing stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Joel Edgerton, Ulrich Thomsen, Eric Christian Olsen.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.