Movie · 1982
Is The Thing based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. The Thing is based on the book Who Goes There? by John W. Campbell (1938).
The movie was released in 1982.
The book behind The Thing
Who Goes There?
by John W. Campbell · first published 1938 · science fiction
1938 novella by John W. Campbell.
Other adaptations of Who Goes There?
- The Thing (film, 2011)
- The Thing from Another World (film, 1951)
Common questions
Is The Thing based on a book?
Yes. The Thing is based on the book Who Goes There? by John W. Campbell (1938).
Who wrote the book The Thing 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.