The Thaw movie poster

The Thaw

"Extinction will find you."

August 30, 2009 1h 34m 5.7/10 (337 votes)

Originally released in 2009. The Thaw is a horror/science fiction film. directed by Mark A. Lewis.

Starring Val Kilmer, Martha MacIsaac, and Aaron Ashmore

Synopsis

At a remote Arctic research station, four ecology students discover the real horror of global warming is not the melting ice, but what's frozen within it. A prehistoric parasite is released from the carcass of a Woolly Mammoth upon the unsuspecting students who are forced to quarantine and make necessary sacrifices, or risk infecting the rest of the world.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 30, 2009 16 years ago
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Runtime 1h 34m 94 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (337 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Brightlight Pictures
  • Anagram Pictures
  • Etch Media
  • Artifact Films
  • Corus Entertainment
  • Téléfilm Canada
  • Voltage Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Thaw about?

At a remote Arctic research station, four ecology students discover the real horror of global warming is not the melting ice, but what's frozen within it. A prehistoric parasite is released from th...

Who directed The Thaw?

The Thaw was directed by Mark A. Lewis.

How long is The Thaw?

The Thaw has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).

When was The Thaw released?

The Thaw was released on August 30, 2009 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Thaw?

The main cast of The Thaw includes Val Kilmer, Martha MacIsaac, Aaron Ashmore, Kyle Schmid, Viv Leacock.

Is The Thaw worth watching?

The Thaw has a user rating of 5.7/10 based on 337 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.