Slither
“Kopetzky & Kanipsia together at last.”
Synopsis
While searching for a small fortune of embezzled money, an ex-con, a small-time bandleader, his doting wife and a kooky drifter find themselves being followed. Their chase takes them to trailer camps, bingo halls, laundromats and ultimately, a showdown with a group of unconventional bad guys.
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Slither (1973) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-04-20
Top Cast
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James Caan
Dick Kanipsia
Peter Boyle
Barry Fenaka
Sally Kellerman
Kitty Kopetzky
Louise Lasser
Mary Fenaka
Allen Garfield
Vincent J. Palmer
Richard B. Shull
Harry Moss
Alex Rocco
Man with Ice Cream
Seamon Glass
Farmer in Truck
Wayne Storm
Highway Patrolman
Diana Darrin
Band Singer
Stuart Nisbet
Buddy
Edwina Gough
Bingo Player
Al Dunlap
Man in Men's Room
James Joseph
Short Order Cook
Virginia Sale
Bingo Caller
Alex Henteloff
Man at Phone Booth
Len Lesser
Jogger
Garry Goodrow
Man with Camera
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 7, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Howard Zieff
- Screenplay & Story
- W.D. Richter
- Original Score
- Tom McIntosh
- Original Title
- Slither
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Talent Associates, Norton Simon Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Howard Zieff
W.D. Richter
Tom McIntosh
László Kovács
David Bretherton
Jack Sher
Department Leadership Roster
Tom McIntosh
Original Music Composer
W.D. Richter
Writer
László Kovács
Director of Photography
Jack Sher
Producer
Jimmy Nickerson
Stunt Coordinator
David Bretherton
Editor
Howard Zieff
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Slither
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Slither about?
While searching for a small fortune of embezzled money, an ex-con, a small-time bandleader, his doting wife and a kooky drifter find themselves being followed. Their chase takes them to trailer camps, bingo halls, laundromats and ultimately, a showdown with a group of unconventional bad guys.
Who directed Slither?
Slither was directed by Howard Zieff.
Who stars in Slither?
The principal cast of Slither includes James Caan, Peter Boyle, Sally Kellerman, Louise Lasser, Allen Garfield.
When was Slither released and how long is it?
Slither was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Slither?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Slither was composed by Tom McIntosh.