The Thing from Another World (1951) movie poster

The Thing from Another World (1951)

"Natural or Supernatural?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 89%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 87% (RT: 87%) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaHorrorScience Fiction

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Director
Christian Nyby, Howard Hawks
Runtime
1h 27m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (675 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
87%
Cast
Kenneth Tobey as Captain Patrick Hendry
Robert Cornthwaite as Dr. Arthur Carrington
Douglas Spencer as Ned 'Scotty' Scott
James Young as Lt. Eddie Dykes
Dewey Martin as Crew Chief Bob
Robert Nichols as Lt. Ken 'Mac' Erickson
William Self as Corporal Barnes
Yes. 89% of real audiences liked it based on 675 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 87%.
Overview
Scientists and US Air Force officials fend off a blood-thirsty alien organism while investigating at a remote arctic outpost. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • During production of The Thing from Another World, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The iconic poster for The Thing from Another World was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

The Thing from Another World is a 1951 drama, horror, science fiction film directed by Christian Nyby, Howard Hawks. Scientists and US Air Force officials fend off a blood-thirsty alien organism while investigating at a remote arctic outpost. The film has been rated by 675 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, The Thing from Another World delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Thing from Another World (1951) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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