The Thing: Terror Takes Shape
Synopsis
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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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 8, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Matessino
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Matessino
- Original Title
- The Thing: Terror Takes Shape
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Universal Studios Home Video
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Matessino
Michael Matessino
Vince Stancarone
Michael Matessino
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Matessino
Director
Vince Stancarone
Editor
Michael Matessino
Producer
Michael Matessino
Writer
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What is The Thing: Terror Takes Shape about?
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.
Who directed The Thing: Terror Takes Shape?
The Thing: Terror Takes Shape was directed by Michael Matessino.
Who stars in The Thing: Terror Takes Shape?
The principal cast of The Thing: Terror Takes Shape includes John Carpenter, David Foster, Bill Lancaster, John J. Lloyd, Dean Cundey.
When was The Thing: Terror Takes Shape released and how long is it?
The Thing: Terror Takes Shape was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.