The Thin Blue Lie (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2000, The Thin Blue Lie is a drama film directed by Roger Young, running about 97 minutes. “In this city, cops are kings...and brutality reigns.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Philadelphia, 1976. The city of Brotherly Love is waging a successful war against crime led by its tough-talking mayor, Frank Rizzo. But a maverick investigative reporter, Jonathan Neumann, has heard some troubling rumors: stories of innocent people victimized by a "goon squad" of law enforcement officers.
Who’s in it. The Thin Blue Lie stars Rob Morrow as Jonathan Neumann, Randy Quaid as Phil Chadway, Paul Sorvino as Frank Rizzo and Cynthia Preston as Kate Johnson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Thin Blue Lie has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Thin Blue Lie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Thin Blue Lie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Thin Blue Lie (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Thin Blue Lie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Thin Blue Lie worth watching?
- The Thin Blue Lie holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Thin Blue Lie?
- The Thin Blue Lie stars Rob Morrow, Randy Quaid, Paul Sorvino, Cynthia Preston and G.W. Bailey.
- When was The Thin Blue Lie released?
- The Thin Blue Lie was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.