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The Thin Blue Line (1988) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
The Thin Blue Line at a Glance
The Thin Blue Line is a 1988 crime and documentary film from director Errol Morris, with a cast led by Randall Adams, David Harris and Gus Rose. It is 1 hour 43 minutes long and was released on August 28, 1988. The Thin Blue Line is rated 7.7/10 by TMDB users across 427 votes.
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Storyline & Synopsis
An unorthodox investigation into the wrongful conviction of Randall Dale Adams for the 1976 murder of Dallas police officer Robert Wood. Using stylized reenactments and interviews with key figures, conflicting testimonies and evidence are presented to argue that Adams was framed by a corrupt justice system, ultimately leading to his exoneration.
Where “The Thin Blue Line” Fits in the 123Movies Catalog
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
Frequently Asked Questions About The Thin Blue Line
When was The Thin Blue Line released?
The Thin Blue Line was released on August 28, 1988.
What is the runtime of 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 as Self, David Harris as Self, Gus Rose as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas and Jackie Johnson as Self - Homicide Detective in Dallas. The cast also includes Marshall Touchton, Dale Holt, Sam Kittrell and Hootie Nelson.
Who directed The Thin Blue Line?
The Thin Blue Line was directed by Errol Morris. The screenplay is credited to Errol Morris.
What genre is The Thin Blue Line?
The Thin Blue Line is listed on TMDB as a mix of crime and documentary.
What is the TMDB score of The Thin Blue Line?
On TMDB it has an average user score of 7.7/10 from 427 votes.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Thin Blue Line for free?
You can watch the official trailer for The Thin Blue Line, "Three Reasons: The Thin Blue Line", for free on this 123Movies page. It is embedded from YouTube.
What movies are similar to The Thin Blue Line?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside The Thin Blue Line include O.J.: Made in America (2016), Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20 (2022), Heart of a Dog (2015), The Beatles: Get Back - The Rooftop Concert (2022) and Stolen: Heist of the Century (2025).
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