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Sling Blade

Sling Blade

A simple man. A difficult choice.

Karl Childers, a mentally disabled man, has been in the custody of the state mental hospital since the age of 12 for killing his mother and her lover. Although thoroughly institutionalized, he is deemed fit to be released into the outside world.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Sling Blade
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1996-08-30
  • Runtime: 135 minutes
  • Rating: 7.54/10 (803 votes)
  • Budget: $1,200,000
  • Revenue: $34,100,000
  • Production Companies: Miramax, The Shooting Gallery
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.1412
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Billy Bob Thornton

Billy Bob Thornton

as Karl Childers

Dwight Yoakam

Dwight Yoakam

as Doyle Hargraves

J. T. Walsh

J. T. Walsh

as Charles Bushman

John Ritter

John Ritter

as Vaughan Cunningham

Lucas Black

Lucas Black

as Frank Wheatley

Natalie Canerday

Natalie Canerday

as Linda Wheatley

James Hampton

James Hampton

as Jerry Woolridge

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

as Karl's Father

Rick Dial

Rick Dial

as Bill Cox

Brent Briscoe

Brent Briscoe

as Scooter Hodges

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

'Peckers'

'I'm Proud of You'

'Checking In'

'Bags Full of Warsh'

'$25'

External Links

Keywords

arkansasrepair shopsoutherndeath threatreligious artfather figureintellectual disability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sling Blade?

Sling Blade is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1996-08-30.

Who are the main actors in Sling Blade?

The main cast includes Billy Bob Thornton, Dwight Yoakam, J. T. Walsh, John Ritter, Lucas Black, .

Where can I watch Sling Blade online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Sling Blade is available.

Is Sling Blade based on a true story?

A simple man. A difficult choice.

What is the IMDb rating of Sling Blade?

Sling Blade has an IMDb rating of 7.54/10 based on 803 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Sling Blade?

The movie had a production budget of $1,200,000 and earned $34,100,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Sling Blade?

The soundtrack was composed by Miramax, The Shooting Gallery. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Sling Blade filmed?

Sling Blade was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Sling Blade?

The total runtime of Sling Blade is 135 minutes.

Is Sling Blade suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Sling Blade?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Sling Blade.

Does Sling Blade have a post-credit scene?

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