The Cross and the Switchblade
1970, English. Directed by Don Murray.
One man's desperation. Another man's hopeful journey.
David Wilkerson's first five years in New York City, where he ministered to disillusioned youth, encouraging them to turn away from the drugs and gang violence they were involved with.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Details
- Released
- 1 June 1970
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Don Murray, James Bonnet, David Wilkerson
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What The Cross and the Switchblade is based on
The Cross and the Switchblade is based on The Cross and the Switchblade, a 1963 novel by Elizabeth Sherrill, John Sherrill, and David Wilkerson.
Novel · 1963
The Cross and the Switchblade
By Elizabeth Sherrill, John Sherrill, and David Wilkerson
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The Cross and the Switchblade: quick answers
What comes after The Cross and the Switchblade?
Next in the series: Run Baby Run (1998) and Thousand Pieces.
Is The Cross and the Switchblade worth watching?
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How long is The Cross and the Switchblade?
The Cross and the Switchblade runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does The Cross and the Switchblade have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Cross and the Switchblade. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Cross and the Switchblade parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Cross and the Switchblade is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Cross and the Switchblade on?
The Cross and the Switchblade is streaming on FlixFling in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Cross and the Switchblade?
If you liked The Cross and the Switchblade, try The Harder They Come, A Safe Place, King of the Gypsies.
Who directed The Cross and the Switchblade?
The Cross and the Switchblade (1970) was directed by Don Murray and stars Pat Boone, Erik Estrada, Jacqueline Giroux.
What is The Cross and the Switchblade based on?
The Cross and the Switchblade is based on The Cross and the Switchblade, a 1963 novel by Elizabeth Sherrill, John Sherrill, and David Wilkerson.