14x36" poster for the original release of John Carpenter's 1982 sci-fi horror film, starring Kurt Russell, Keith David and Wilford Brimley alongside an ensemble cast. A faithful adaptation of John W. Campbell Jr.'s 1938 novella Who Goes There? and following the 1951 film The Thing From Another World, Carpenter's The Thing has carved its place in both sci-fi and horror history, w/countless fans. Poster is dominated by Drew Struzan's iconic image, conveying the icy distrust and tension of the film, promising "The Ultimate In Alien Terror." Poster has been rolled and edge crease at lower right corner and is o/w VF/Exc.