The Slender Thread(1965)

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

7.1(53)1h 38mDecember 15, 1965

Drama

Synopsis

Alan is a Seattle college student volunteering at a crisis center. During a lonely night shift, a woman calls up and tells Alan that she needs to talk to someone. She informs him she's taken an overdose of pills; he tries desperately to get help to her, while keeping her on the line. As crucial minutes tick by, Alan learns more about the woman, her family life, and why she wants to die.

Directed by Sydney Pollack

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Sidney Poitier

Alan Newell

Anne Bancroft

Inga Dyson

Telly Savalas

Dr. Joe Coburn

Steven Hill

Mark Dyson

Ed Asner

Det. Judd Ridley

Indus Arthur

Marian

Paul Newlan

Sgt. Harry Ward

Dabney Coleman

Charlie

H.M. Wynant

Doctor Morris

Robert F. Hoy

Patrolman Steve Peters

Greg Jarvis

Chris Dyson

Jason Wingreen

Medical Technician

Marjorie Nelson

Mrs. Thomas

Steven Marlo

Arthur Foss

Thomas Hill

Liquor Salesman

Lane Bradford

Al McCardle

Janet Dudley

Edna

John Napier

Dr. Alden Van

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Where can I watch The Slender Thread?+

The Slender Thread is available to stream on Hoopla, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.

When did The Slender Thread come out?+

The Slender Thread was released in 1965.

How long is The Slender Thread?+

The Slender Thread runs for 98 minutes (1 hour and 38 minutes).

Who directed The Slender Thread?+

The Slender Thread was directed by Sydney Pollack.

Who stars in The Slender Thread?+

The Slender Thread stars Sidney Poitier, Anne Bancroft, Telly Savalas, Steven Hill and Ed Asner.

Is The Slender Thread worth watching?+

The Slender Thread holds a 7.1/10 rating from 53 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama.

The Slender Thread(1965)

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