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Sling Blade

Sling Blade

Sling Blade
1996 2h 15m7.5

Sling Blade

“A simple man. A difficult choice.”

Drama
7.5

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Karl Childers, a mentally disabled man, has been in the custody of the state mental hospital since the age of 12 for killing his mother and her lover. Although thoroughly institutionalized, he is deemed fit to be released into the outside world.

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DirectorBilly Bob Thornton
ScreenplayBilly Bob Thornton
StatusReleased
ReleasedAugust 30, 1996
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime2h 15m
Budget$1M
Revenue$34M
Profit+$33M
Rating⭐ 7.5 / 10
IMDb⭐ 8.0 / 10
Votes854
GenresDrama
StudioMiramax, The Shooting Gallery

Photos7

Cast

Billy Bob Thornton

Billy Bob Thornton

Karl Childers

Dwight Yoakam

Dwight Yoakam

Doyle Hargraves

J.T. Walsh

J.T. Walsh

Charles Bushman

John Ritter

John Ritter

Vaughan Cunningham

Lucas Black

Lucas Black

Frank Wheatley

Natalie Canerday

Natalie Canerday

Linda Wheatley

James Hampton

James Hampton

Jerry Woolridge

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

Karl's Father

Rick Dial

Rick Dial

Bill Cox

Brent Briscoe

Brent Briscoe

Scooter Hodges

🎭

Christine Renee Ward

Melinda

🎭

Sarah Boss

Marsha Dwiggins

🎭

Kathy Sue Brown

Theresa Evans

🎭

Wendell Rafferty

Melvin

🎭

Bruce Hampton

Morris

Vic Chesnutt

Vic Chesnutt

Terence

Mickey Jones

Mickey Jones

Monty Johnson

🎭

Ian Moore

Randy Horsefeathers

🎭

Judy Pryor Trice

Mrs. Woolridge

🎭

Scott Stewart

Bubba Woolridge

🎭

Betty Lynn Hall

Woolridge Daughter

Jim Jarmusch

Jim Jarmusch

Frostee Cream Boy

🎭

Gary Don Fletcher

Preacher

🎭

Tim Holder

Albert

🎭

Tom Kagy

Freddy

🎭

Stacy Thomason

Woodridge Secretary

🎭

Jackie Stewart

Walter

🎭

Jamie Stewart

Teenage Boy

🎭

D.J. Royston

Housekeeper

🎭

Lacy Bailey

Karen

🎭

Raymond Lewallen

Ticket Agent

🎭

Bill Glasscock

Old Man (voice)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sling Blade

Where can I watch Sling Blade?

Sling Blade (1996) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Sling Blade about?

Karl Childers, a mentally disabled man, has been in the custody of the state mental hospital since the age of 12 for killing his mother and her lover. Although thoroughly institutionalized, he is deemed fit to be released into the outside world.

Who directed Sling Blade?

Sling Blade (1996) was directed by Billy Bob Thornton. The film is a Drama production with a runtime of 2h 15m, rated 7.5/10.

How long is Sling Blade?

Sling Blade runs 2h 15m (135 minutes total). Audience rating: 7.5/10 from 854 votes. Genre: Drama.

Is Sling Blade worth watching?

Sling Blade is rated 7.5/10 by 854 viewers — well-rated and generally recommended. A good pick for Drama fans.