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The Thing From Another World Overview:

The Thing From Another World (1951) was a Horror - Science Fiction Film directed by Christian Nyby and Howard Hawks (uncredited) and produced by Howard Hawks.

The Thing From Another World was inducted into the National Film Registry in 2001.

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On Blu-ray: Sci-fi Classic The Thing from Another World (1951)

By KC on Jan 23, 2019 From Classic Movies

The Thing from Another World (1951) is deservedly regarded as a classic of the sci-fi genre. It’s got the requisite thrills and fantastic creature intrigue, while distinguishing itself with well-developed, interesting characters, a legendary soundtrack, and sharp production value given its rel... Read full article

The Thing from Another World (1951)

By Beatrice on Aug 11, 2015 From Flickers in Time

The Thing from Another World Directed by Christian Nyby Written by Charles Lederer from the story “Who Goes There?” by John W. Campbell, Jr. 1951/USA RKO Radio Pictures/Winchester Pictures Corporation Repeat viewing/Netflix rental This early sci-fi classic is a hell of a lot of fun. C... Read full article

The Thing From Another World (1951)

By Kristen on Mar 13, 2013 From Journeys in Classic Film

When the 2011 remake of The Thing hit theaters, I watched the two preceding takes on the material leading up to it.  However, when I rewatched The Thing From Another World in film class on Thursday, I realized I must have paid little attention to it originally.  It holds little in common with the ... Read full article

The Thing From Another World

By Michael on Oct 15, 2012 From Le Mot du Cinephiliaque

The Thing From Another World (Christian Nyby and Howard Hawks, 1951) Scientists and American Air Force officials fend off a blood-thirsty alien organism while at a remote arctic outpost. The Thing From Another World was the first directorial effort of editor Christian Nyby and it was produced ... Read full article

The Thing from Another World (1951)

By Tom on Jul 20, 2011 From The Old Movie House

The Author This film originally began life as the story "Who Goes There" by John W. Campbell Jr. It was first published in the August 1938 issue of Astounding Science Fiction. John W. Campbell penned the story using the pseudonym Don A. Stuart. Stuart was his wife's maiden name. The story became an ... Read full article

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The Thing From Another World Quotes:

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The Thing From Another World Facts
Finnish censorship certificate # 34699 delivered on 4-10-1951.
The scene in which The Thing is doused with kerosene and set ablaze is believed to be the first full body burn accomplished by a stunt man.
This was the first of only two films made by Howard Hawks' own production company, Winchester Pictures Corporation. Winchester was Hawks' middle name.
It is believed that Ben Hecht and William Faulkner, both good friends of producer Howard Hawks, contributed to the script. However, long-standing rumors that Orson Welles contributed to the dialog are believed to be untrue.
Veteran stunt man Tom Steele replaced James Arness in the fire scene. Steele wore an asbestos suit with a special fiberglass helmet with an oxygen supply underneath. He used a 100% oxygen supply which was highly combustible. It was pure luck he didn't burn his lungs whilst breathing in the mixture.
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