The Thing from Another World

Director: Christian Nyby, Howard Hawks
Actors: Kenneth Tobey, Margaret Sheridan, James Arness
PlotAt a remote Arctic research station, a group of U.S. Air Force personnel and scientists discover a crashed flying saucer buried in the ice. During their retrieval attempt, they accidentally destroy the craft but manage to extract a frozen humanoid creature. Transporting the ice block back to their base, they wait for further instructions, but the warmth of the research station causes the ice to melt, reviving the alien lifeform. The creature, hostile and incredibly resilient, begins to attack the team and their sled dogs, initiating a fight for survival in the isolated outpost.
The scientists and military personnel face mounting tension on how to handle the alien threat. The scientists, led by Dr. Carrington, prioritize studying the creature, driven by the desire to understand its origins and capabilities. Meanwhile, the military contingent, commanded by Captain Hendry, focuses on eliminating the immediate danger the alien poses to everyone's safety. As supplies dwindle and paranoia sets in, the group must find a way to stop the creature before it kills them all or escapes into the wider world.
Writers: Charles Lederer, John W. Campbell Jr., Howard Hawks
Release Date: 07 Apr 1951
Runtime: 87 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United States
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
A landmark sci-fi thriller with a superb 1080p transfer and excellent audio, but lacking robust bonus features – highly recommended for all fans.