‘The Thing’ and 5 Other John Carpenter Horror Movies to Stream This Week – Bloody Disgusting

John Carpenters horror classicThe Thingis celebrating its 40th anniversary this week, making the perfect excuse to revisit the practical effects showstopper. Thanks to Fathom Events bringingThe Thingback to theaters for two nights only, there are more ways than ever to watch. But why stop there?

This weeks streaming picks are dedicated to John Carpenters horror films, from his cult classics to anthology collaborations.

Heres where you can stream them this week.

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The Thing Peacock

John Carpenters paranoia-laden masterpiece is a pinnacle of practical effects. Its snowy Antarctic setting plays a pivotal role in isolation, paranoia, and the fight for survival. Fleeing from the shape-shifting alien thats infiltrated the ranks of a research team isnt easy, thanks to its ability to assimilate the humans and the storm raging outside. This classic keeps getting better and better with every rewatch. Happy 40th!

Body Bags Screambox, AMC+, Freevee, Pluto TV, Roku, Shout TV, Shudder, Tubi, Vudu

Originally intended to be Showtimes answer to HBOsTales from the Crypt, this anthology by John Carpenter and Tobe Hooper spun three unique tales introduced by a creepy coroner (Carpenter) involving his current cadavers. Look for horror masters Wes Craven and Sam Raimi to appear in the first segment, The Gas Station, and Roger Corman in the segment Eye. Carpenter helmed both. Also, look for appearances by Debbie Harry, Greg Nicotero, Stacey Keach, and David Naughton. Though Mark Hamill steals the entire film with his villainous turn in Hoopers Eye.

Christine Netflix

John Carpenters Stephen King adaptation saw a nerdy teen undergo a dramatic personality transformation after purchasing and bonding with his new car. Theres more than meets the eye with his Plymouth Fury, Christine. It turns out shes got one severe jealousy streak, and shes willing to kill anyone that would get between her and her owner. Christine is one slick killing machine, and her film is made memorable by Carpenters direction, clever approach to the cars resurrection, and score.

The Eyes of Laura Mars Prime Video, Roku, Vudu

Before famously helmingThe Empire Strikes Back, director Irvin Kershner tackled a neo-noir Giallo feature based on a treatment/source story by horror master John Carpenter. Faye Dunaway stars as the titular Laura Mars, a fashion photographer that develops a bizarre ability to see through the eyes of a killer targeting those around her. While played straight, the ending goes off the rails in the most wonderfully dramatic way. Its stylish and studded with an all-star cast, including Tommy Lee Jones, Raul Julia, and Brad Dourif.

Masters of Horror, Cigarette Burns and Pro-Life Plex, Roku, Screambox, Tubi, Vudu

Consider this one a two for the price of one deal. Creator Mick Garris assembled the foremost names in the horror film genre, including John Carpenter, to unleash hour-long horror films for Masters of Horror. Carpenter helmed Cigarette Burns in season one, which saw a man (The Walking Deads Norman Reedus) tracking down a cursed film. It culminated in an unforgettable finale. Season two brought Carpenters Pro-Life, a body horror episode that sees Ron Perlmans character resort to violence to thwart his daughters abortion. It gets bonkers by the climax.

In the Mouth of Madness AMC+, Shudder

Do you read Sutter Cane? Written by Michael De Luca and directed by John Carpenter, this descent into madness isnt directly lifted from Lovecrafts works but feels like it could be. Sam Neill plays John Trent, an insurance investigator hired to look for a missing bestselling author whose books affect his fans in brutal ways. The further into the investigation that John gets, the more surreal and dangerous things become. Hobbs End is an insidious little town full of insanity, creatures, and death.In the Mouth of Madnesscloses out Carpenters apocalypse trilogy, this time adding Lovecraftian horror to the doom.

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Reviewed and Recommended by Erik Baquero