Trivia: The final line of dialogue of the film was not in the script. Kurt Russell came up with it while filming the scene. (Sources: WhatCulture.com, Shortlist.com).
wizard_of_gore
3rd Mar 2021
The Thing (1982)
24th Feb 2021
The Thing (1982)
Trivia: Universal's first choice to direct was Tobe Hooper, who was under contract and considered a better choice. Hooper even wrote two drafts of the screenplay as a horror-comedy, without the shape-shifting elements. After Carpenter was hired and the film made, co-producer Stuart Cohen reportedly said, "We avoided a disaster." (Sources: WhatCulture.com, Variety).
24th Feb 2021
The Thing (1982)
Trivia: Carl Weathers, Isaac Hayes and Ernie Hudson were all considered for the role of Childs. Hudson almost got the part, but ultimately it went to Keith David due to the tone of his voice. It was David's first major film role. (Sources: WhatCulture.com, Variety).
24th Feb 2021
The Thing (1982)
Trivia: Nick Nolte and Jeff Bridges were just two notable actors who were offered the role of MacReady but turned it down. Kevin Kline was also briefly suggested by the studio. (Source: WhatCulture.com).
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