Tightrope
1984, English. Directed by Richard Tuggle.
A cop on the edge.
Wes Block is a detective who's put on the case of a serial killer whose victims are young and pretty women. The murders are getting personal when the killer chooses victims who are acquaintances of Block. Even his daughters are threatened.
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 412 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Tightrope
Tightrope isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Richard TuggleDirector
- Clint EastwoodWes Block
- Geneviève BujoldBeryl Thibodeaux
- Dan HedayaDet. Molinari
- Alison EastwoodAmanda Block
- Jenny BeckPenny Block
- Marco St. JohnLeander Rolfe
- Rebecca PerleBecky Jacklin
- Regina RichardsonSarita
- Randi BrooksJamie Cory
- Jamie RoseMelanie Silber
- Margaret HowellJudy Harper
- Rebecca ClemonsGirl with Whip
Details
- Released
- 17 August 1984
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Tuggle
- Box office
- $48M
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Tightrope: quick answers
Is Tightrope worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 412 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Tightrope?
Tightrope runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Does Tightrope have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Tightrope. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Tightrope parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Tightrope is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Tightrope on?
Tightrope isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tightrope?
If you liked Tightrope, try Vice Squad, The First Deadly Sin, Fear City.
Who directed Tightrope?
Tightrope (1984) was directed by Richard Tuggle and stars Clint Eastwood, Geneviève Bujold, Dan Hedaya.