The Slender Thread
“When a woman's emotions sway on a slender thread, expect anything…”
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.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2013-11-19
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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
Release History & Theatrical Window
Los Angeles, California
Festival / Special Debut
December 15, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 16, 2012
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sydney Pollack
- Screenplay & Story
- Stirling Silliphant, Shana Alexander
- Original Score
- Quincy Jones
- Original Title
- The Slender Thread
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Athene Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sydney Pollack
Stirling Silliphant, Shana Alexander
Quincy Jones
Loyal Griggs, Nelson Tyler
Thomas Stanford
Stephen Alexander
Department Leadership Roster
Sydney Pollack
Director
Stirling Silliphant
Writer
Jack Poplin
Production Design
Hal Pereira
Production Design
Loyal Griggs
Director of Photography
Thomas Stanford
Editor
Quincy Jones
Original Music Composer
Stephen Alexander
Producer
Edith Head
Costume Design
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Slender Thread
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What is The Slender Thread about?
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.
Who directed The Slender Thread?
The Slender Thread was directed by Sydney Pollack.
Who stars in The Slender Thread?
The principal cast of The Slender Thread includes Sidney Poitier, Anne Bancroft, Telly Savalas, Steven Hill, Ed Asner.
When was The Slender Thread released and how long is it?
The Slender Thread was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for The Slender Thread?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Slender Thread was composed by Quincy Jones.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Slender Thread?
The Slender Thread holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).