The Thing
Skip two moments.
Here’s exactly when, and what happens just before.
- Skip 1Gagging sounds46:54 to 47:55
You hear gagging or retching. Someone may not actually be sick.
Just before: A crew member is pulled into the monster's grip and the others start shouting and rushing in
- Skip 2Gagging sounds1:23:40 to 1:23:46
You hear gagging or retching. Someone may not actually be sick.
Just before: A blood test turns hostile and a man is pulled toward the creature's threat while the crowd panics
Is there vomiting in The Thing (1982)?
Yes. The Thing has 2 moments where someone throws up, pukes or retches, at 46:54 and 1:23:40.
Does anyone throw up on screen in The Thing (1982)?
Yes. At 46:54 it’s very quick and the camera mostly looks away. At 1:23:40 you hear it but don’t see it.
When is the vomiting scene in The Thing (1982)?
Skip 1: 46:54 to 47:55, about 1 minute. Just before: A crew member is pulled into the monster's grip and the others start shouting and rushing in. Skip 2: 1:23:40 to 1:23:46, about 5 seconds. Just before: A blood test turns hostile and a man is pulled toward the creature's threat while the crowd panics.
Is The Thing (1982) okay to watch with emetophobia?
For many people, yes, if you skip these 2 moments. Press “I’m starting it now” on this page and we’ll chime two minutes before each scene, and again when it’s clear.