The Thin Blue Line(1988)
“Erases the border between art and activism.”
Overview
This unique documentary dramatically re-enacts the crime scene and investigation of a police officer's murder in Dallas.
Director
Errol Morris
Studio
American Playhouse
Revenue
$1M
Cast
Randall Adams
as Self
David Harris
as Self
Gus Rose
as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas
Jackie Johnson
as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas
Marshall Touchton
as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas
Dale Holt
as Self - Internal Affairs Investigator in Dallas
Sam Kittrell
as Self - Police Detective in Vidor
Hootie Nelson
as Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor
Dennis Johnson
as Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor
Floyd Jackson
as Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor
Edith James
as Self - Defense Attorney
Dennis White
as Self - Defense Attorney
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1988
Runtime
1h 43m
Language
English
Rating
7.6 / 10
Box Office
$1M
Production Companies
American Playhouse • Third Floor Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Thin Blue Line?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Thin Blue Line (1988).
What is The Thin Blue Line about?▼
This unique documentary dramatically re-enacts the crime scene and investigation of a police officer's murder in Dallas.
Who directed The Thin Blue Line?▼
The Thin Blue Line was directed by Errol Morris and released in 1988. It is a crime, documentary film.
How long is The Thin Blue Line?▼
The Thin Blue Line has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
Who stars in The Thin Blue Line?▼
The cast of The Thin Blue Line includes Randall Adams as Self, David Harris as Self, Gus Rose as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas, Jackie Johnson as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas, Marshall Touchton as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas and more.
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