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6.5 / 10(4 votes)IMDbNR19371h 25mUnited States of America

Slim

“It's a scorcher!”

Topics:#lineman

Synopsis

Expert lineman Red takes Farm-boy Slim under his wing and teaches him the dangerous, migratory trade of putting up transmission lines. They both love their work, and the same girl, who hates their dangerous profession.

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Slim - TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2013-09-23

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 24, 1937

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Ray Enright
Screenplay & Story
William Wister Haines
Original Score
Max Steiner
Original Title
Slim
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 25m
Production Studios
Warner Bros. Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ray Enright

Screenplay & Story

William Wister Haines

Original Score & Music

Max Steiner

Director of Photography

Sidney Hickox

Film Editing

Owen Marks

Producers

Jack L. Warner, Hal B. Wallis

Department Leadership Roster

Ray Enright

Ray Enright

Director

William Wister Haines

Screenplay

Sidney Hickox

Director of Photography

Owen Marks

Editor

Howard Shoup

Costume Design

Max Steiner

Max Steiner

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Slim.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Slim

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Slim about?

Expert lineman Red takes Farm-boy Slim under his wing and teaches him the dangerous, migratory trade of putting up transmission lines. They both love their work, and the same girl, who hates their dangerous profession.

Who directed Slim?

Slim was directed by Ray Enright.

Who stars in Slim?

The principal cast of Slim includes Pat O'Brien, Henry Fonda, Stuart Erwin, Margaret Lindsay, John Litel.

When was Slim released and how long is it?

Slim was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.

Who composed the musical score for Slim?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Slim was composed by Max Steiner.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Slim?

Slim holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).