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The Thin Blue Line

The Thin Blue Line

Errol Morris's unique documentary dramatically re-enacts the crime scene and investigation of a police officer's murder in Dallas.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Thin Blue Line
  • Genres: Crime, Documentary
  • Release Date: 1988-08-28
  • Runtime: 103 minutes
  • Rating: 7.684/10 (377 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $1,209,846
  • Production Companies: American Playhouse, Third Floor Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.5317
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Randall Adams

Randall Adams

as Self

David Harris

David Harris

as Self

Gus Rose

Gus Rose

as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas

Jackie Johnson

Jackie Johnson

as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas

Marshall Touchton

Marshall Touchton

as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas

Dale Holt

Dale Holt

as Self - Internal Affairs Investigator in Dallas

Sam Kittrell

Sam Kittrell

as Self - Police Detective in Vidor

Hootie Nelson

Hootie Nelson

as Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor

Dennis Johnson

Dennis Johnson

as Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor

Floyd Jackson

Floyd Jackson

as Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Three Reasons: The Thin Blue Line

The Thin Blue Line (1988)

External Links

Keywords

death penaltytexasinvestigationdallas texastrialmurderpolice officermiscarriage of justice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Thin Blue Line?

The Thin Blue Line is a Crime, Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1988-08-28.

Who are the main actors in The Thin Blue Line?

The main cast includes Randall Adams, David Harris, Gus Rose, Jackie Johnson, Marshall Touchton, .

Where can I watch The Thin Blue Line online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Thin Blue Line is available.

Is The Thin Blue Line based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Thin Blue Line?

The Thin Blue Line has an IMDb rating of 7.684/10 based on 377 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Thin Blue Line?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $1,209,846 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Thin Blue Line?

The soundtrack was composed by American Playhouse, Third Floor Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Thin Blue Line filmed?

The Thin Blue Line was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Thin Blue Line?

The total runtime of The Thin Blue Line is 103 minutes.

Is The Thin Blue Line suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Thin Blue Line?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Thin Blue Line.

Does The Thin Blue Line have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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