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The Slender Thread

The Slender Thread

When a woman's emotions sway away on a slender thread, expect anything…

Alan is a Seattle college student volunteering at a crisis center. One night when at the clinic alone, a woman calls up the number and tells Alan that she needs to talk to someone. She informs Alan she took a load of pills, and he secretly tries to get help. During this time, he learns more about the woman, her family life, and why she wants to die. Can Alan get the cavalry to save her in time before it's too late?

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Slender Thread
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1965-12-15
  • Runtime: 98 minutes
  • Rating: 7.1/10 (49 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Stephen Alexander Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.134
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Sidney Poitier

Sidney Poitier

as Alan Newell

Anne Bancroft

Anne Bancroft

as Inga Dyson

Telly Savalas

Telly Savalas

as Dr. Joe Coburn

Steven Hill

Steven Hill

as Mark Dyson

Ed Asner

Ed Asner

as Det. Judd Ridley

Indus Arthur

Indus Arthur

as Marian

Paul Newlan

Paul Newlan

as Sgt. Harry Ward

Dabney Coleman

Dabney Coleman

as Charlie

H.M. Wynant

H.M. Wynant

as Doctor Morris

Robert F. Hoy

Robert F. Hoy

as Patrolman Steve Peters

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Slender Thread - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

race against timesuicide attemptseattle, washingtonoverdosetelephonecrisis linehelp line

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Slender Thread?

The Slender Thread is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1965-12-15.

Who are the main actors in The Slender Thread?

The main cast includes Sidney Poitier, Anne Bancroft, Telly Savalas, Steven Hill, Ed Asner, .

Where can I watch The Slender Thread online?

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

Is The Slender Thread based on a true story?

When a woman's emotions sway away on a slender thread, expect anything…

What is the IMDb rating of The Slender Thread?

The Slender Thread has an IMDb rating of 7.1/10 based on 49 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Slender Thread?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Slender Thread?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, Stephen Alexander Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Slender Thread filmed?

The Slender Thread was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Slender Thread?

The total runtime of The Slender Thread is 98 minutes.

Is The Slender Thread suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Slender Thread?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Slender Thread.

Does The Slender Thread have a post-credit scene?

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