The Slender Thread
1965, English. Directed by Sydney Pollack.
When a woman's emotions sway on a slender thread, expect anything…
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Sydney PollackDirector
- Sidney PoitierAlan Newell
- Anne BancroftInga Dyson
- Telly SavalasDr. Joe Coburn
- Steven HillMark Dyson
- Ed AsnerDet. Judd Ridley
- Indus ArthurMarian
- Paul NewlanSgt. Harry Ward
- Dabney ColemanCharlie
- H.M. WynantDoctor Morris
- Robert F. HoyPatrolman Steve Peters
- Greg JarvisChris Dyson
- Jason WingreenMedical Technician
Details
- Released
- 15 December 1965
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Stirling Silliphant
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The Slender Thread: quick answers
Is The Slender Thread worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Slender Thread?
The Slender Thread runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does The Slender Thread have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Slender Thread. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Slender Thread parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Slender Thread is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Slender Thread on?
The Slender Thread isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Slender Thread?
If you liked The Slender Thread, try Clean, The Hours, The Book of Henry.
Who directed The Slender Thread?
The Slender Thread (1965) was directed by Sydney Pollack and stars Sidney Poitier, Anne Bancroft, Telly Savalas.