The Thing (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2012, The Thing is a comedy and drama film directed by Rhys Ernst, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. There's something missing in Tristan and Zooey's relationship. Zooey has spent weeks planning a road trip to a mysterious roadside attraction known as 'The Thing' in the hopes that she and Tristan will reconnect. Both Tristan, an FTM transman, and his fluffy cat Steven struggle to find places to comfortably pee, while Zooey learns the open road isn't everything she hoped it would be. Will they find what they're looking for at 'The Thing'?
Who’s in it. The Thing stars Ruthie Doyle as Zooey, Hilt Trollsplinter as Tristan, Chevy Corriveau as Son at Gas Station and Tom DeMar as Widow's Peak Hero, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Thing has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Thing page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Thing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Thing (2012)?
- In US, The Thing is available to stream on IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Thing worth watching?
- The Thing holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Thing?
- The Thing stars Ruthie Doyle, Hilt Trollsplinter, Chevy Corriveau, Tom DeMar and George Lofland.
- When was The Thing released?
- The Thing was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.