Movie

The Thin Blue Line

“Erases the border between art and activism.”

★ 7.6(415)19881h 43m

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Good to know

Director: Errol Morris
Release date: 1988-08-28
Runtime: 1h 43m
Language: English
Box office: $1,209,846
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: American Playhouse

The Thin Blue Line — trailer

About The Thin Blue Line

The Thin Blue Line is a 1988 movie in the Crime and Documentary genres, directed by Errol Morris, starring Randall Adams, David Harris and Gus Rose. It has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.6/10 from 415 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Thin Blue Line in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

This unique documentary dramatically re-enacts the crime scene and investigation of a police officer's murder in Dallas.

Cast

Randall Adams

Self

David Harris

Self

Gus Rose

Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas

Jackie Johnson

Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas

Marshall Touchton

Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas

Dale Holt

Self - Internal Affairs Investigator in Dallas

Sam Kittrell

Self - Police Detective in Vidor

Hootie Nelson

Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor

Dennis Johnson

Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor

Floyd Jackson

Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor

Edith James

Self - Defense Attorney

Dennis White

Self - Defense Attorney

Themes & keywords

death penaltytexasinvestigationdallas, texastrialmurderpolice officermiscarriage of justice

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Thin Blue Line in Mexico?+

The Thin Blue Line is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Thin Blue Line on Netflix?+

The Thin Blue Line is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Thin Blue Line?+

The Thin Blue Line has a runtime of 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).

Who stars in The Thin Blue Line?+

The Thin Blue Line stars Randall Adams, David Harris, Gus Rose, Jackie Johnson and Marshall Touchton.

When did The Thin Blue Line come out?+

The Thin Blue Line is a 1988 movie directed by Errol Morris.

What genre is The Thin Blue Line?+

The Thin Blue Line is Crime and Documentary film.

Who directed The Thin Blue Line?+

The Thin Blue Line was directed by Errol Morris.