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: 7.543/10 (811 votes)
- Budget: $1,200,000
- Revenue: $34,100,000
- Production Companies: Miramax, The Shooting Gallery
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.321
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Billy Bob Thornton
as Karl Childers
Dwight Yoakam
as Doyle Hargraves
J. T. Walsh
as Charles Bushman
John Ritter
as Vaughan Cunningham
Lucas Black
as Frank Wheatley
Natalie Canerday
as Linda Wheatley
James Hampton
as Jerry Woolridge
Robert Duvall
as Karl's Father
Rick Dial
as Bill Cox
Brent Briscoe
as Scooter Hodges
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
'Peckers'
'I'm Proud of You'
'Checking In'
'Bags Full of Warsh'
'$25'
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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 7.543/10 based on 811 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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