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The Thin Blue Line

The Thin Blue Line

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The Thin Blue Line
1988 1h 43m7.6

The Thin Blue Line

“Erases the border between art and activism.”

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

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DirectorErrol Morris
ScreenplayErrol Morris
StatusReleased
ReleasedAugust 28, 1988
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 43m
BudgetN/A
Revenue$1M
Rating⭐ 7.6 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.9 / 10
Votes410
GenresCrime, Documentary
StudioAmerican Playhouse, Third Floor Productions

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Cast

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Randall Adams

Self

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David Harris

Self

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Gus Rose

Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas

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Jackie Johnson

Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas

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Marshall Touchton

Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas

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Dale Holt

Self - Internal Affairs Investigator in Dallas

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Sam Kittrell

Self - Police Detective in Vidor

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Hootie Nelson

Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor

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Dennis Johnson

Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor

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Floyd Jackson

Self - Friend of David Harris in Vidor

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Edith James

Self - Defense Attorney

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Dennis White

Self - Defense Attorney

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Don Metcalfe

Self - The Judge

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Emily Miller

Self - Surprise Eyewitness

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R.L. Miller

Self - Surprise Eyewitness

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Elba Carr

Self - Employee at Fas-Gas

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Michael Randell

Self - Third Surprise Eyewitness

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Melvyn Carson Bruder

Self - Appellate Attorney

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Ron Adams

Self - Randall Adams' Brother (archive footage)

John Dillinger

John Dillinger

Self - Gangster (archive footage)

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James Grigson

Self - Texas Forensic Psychiatrist Prosecution (archive footage)

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Mark Mays

Self - Murder Victim (archive footage)

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Douglas Mulder

Self - Dallas Prosecutor (archive footage)

Anna Sage

Anna Sage

Self - Informant in John Dillinger Case (archive footage)

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Teresa Turko

Self - Dallas Police Officer (archive footage)

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Henry M. Wade

Self - Texas District Attorney (archive footage)

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Robert Wood

Self - Murdered Dallas Police Officer (archive footage)

Errol Morris

Errol Morris

Self - Interviewer (voice) (uncredited)

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Amanda Caprio

Popcorn Lady at Drive-In - Re-Enactments

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Michael Cirilla

2nd Interrogation Officer Jackie Johnson - Re-Enactments

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Adam Goldfine

Randall Adams - Re-Enactments

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Derek Horton

David Harris - Re-Enactments

Marianne Leone Cooper

Marianne Leone Cooper

Officer Teresa A. Turko - Re-Enactments

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Michael Nicoll

Interrogation Officer Gus Rose - Re-Enactments

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Phyllis Rodgers

Police Stenographer - Re-Enactments

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Ron Thornhill

Officer Robert W. Wood - Re-Enactments

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Thin Blue Line

Where can I watch The Thin Blue Line?

The Thin Blue Line (1988) 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 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 (1988) was directed by Errol Morris. The film is a Crime, Documentary production with a runtime of 1h 43m, rated 7.6/10.

How long is The Thin Blue Line?

The Thin Blue Line runs 1h 43m (103 minutes total). Audience rating: 7.6/10 from 410 votes. Genre: Crime, Documentary.

Is The Thin Blue Line worth watching?

The Thin Blue Line is rated 7.6/10 by 410 viewers — well-rated and generally recommended. A good pick for Crime and Documentary fans.