Where to watch The Slender Thread in Canada
The Slender Thread is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video in Canada. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 25 May 2026.
About The Slender Thread
The Slender Thread is a 1965 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Sydney Pollack, starring Sidney Poitier, Anne Bancroft and Telly Savalas. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 52 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Slender Thread in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
The Slender Thread trailer
Overview
Alan is a Seattle college student volunteering at a crisis center. One night when at the clinic alone, a woman calls up the number and tells Alan that she needs to talk to someone. She informs Alan she took a load of pills, and he secretly tries to get help. During this time, he learns more about the woman, her family life, and why she wants to die. Can Alan get the cavalry to save her in time before it's too late?
Top cast
Sidney Poitier
Alan Newell
Anne Bancroft
Inga Dyson
Telly Savalas
Dr. Joe Coburn
Steven Hill
Mark Dyson
Ed Asner
Det. Judd Ridley
Indus Arthur
Marian
Paul Newlan
Sgt. Harry Ward
Dabney Coleman
Charlie
H.M. Wynant
Doctor Morris
Robert F. Hoy
Patrolman Steve Peters
Greg Jarvis
Chris Dyson
Jason Wingreen
Medical Technician
Marjorie Nelson
Mrs. Thomas
Steven Marlo
Arthur Foss
Thomas Hill
Liquor Salesman
Lane Bradford
Al McCardle
Janet Dudley
Edna
John Napier
Dr. Alden Van
Stephen Pellegrini
Police Cadet
Jerome R. Brand
Police Cadet
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Slender Thread in Canada?+
In Canada, The Slender Thread is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.
Is The Slender Thread on Netflix?+
The Slender Thread is not on Netflix in Canada right now.
How long is The Slender Thread?+
The Slender Thread has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
Who stars in The Slender Thread?+
The Slender Thread stars Sidney Poitier, Anne Bancroft, Telly Savalas, Steven Hill and Ed Asner.
When did The Slender Thread come out?+
The Slender Thread is a 1965 movie directed by Sydney Pollack.
What genre is The Slender Thread?+
The Slender Thread is Drama film.
Who directed The Slender Thread?+
The Slender Thread was directed by Sydney Pollack.
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