The Thing from Another World
"Natural or Supernatural?"
Originally released in 1951. The Thing from Another World is a drama/horror film. directed by Christian Nyby. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Kenneth Tobey, Margaret Sheridan, and Robert Cornthwaite
Synopsis
Scientists and US Air Force officials fend off a blood-thirsty alien organism while investigating at a remote arctic outpost.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 5, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (666 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kenneth Tobey
as Captain Patrick Hendry
Margaret Sheridan
as Nikki
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
Nicholas Byron
as Tex Richards
Eduard Franz
as Dr. Stern
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Winchester Pictures Corporation
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Thing from Another World about?
Scientists and US Air Force officials fend off a blood-thirsty alien organism while investigating at a remote arctic outpost.
Who directed The Thing from Another World?
The Thing from Another World was directed by Christian Nyby.
How long is The Thing from Another World?
The Thing from Another World has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Thing from Another World released?
The Thing from Another World was released on April 5, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Thing from Another World?
The main cast of The Thing from Another World includes Kenneth Tobey, Margaret Sheridan, Robert Cornthwaite, Douglas Spencer, James Young.
Is The Thing from Another World worth watching?
The Thing from Another World has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 666 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.