Movie · 1951
Is The Thing from Another World based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Thing from Another World is based on the book Who Goes There? by John W. Campbell (1938).
The movie was released in 1951.
The book behind The Thing from Another World
Who Goes There?
by John W. Campbell · first published 1938 · science fiction
1938 novella by John W. Campbell.
Other adaptations of Who Goes There?
Common questions
Is The Thing from Another World based on a book?
Yes. The Thing from Another World is based on the book Who Goes There? by John W. Campbell (1938).
Who wrote the book The Thing from Another World is based on?
Who Goes There? was written by John W. Campbell and first published in 1938.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Who Goes There? before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.