Hanging by a Thread (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1979, Hanging by a Thread is an action, thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by Georg Fenady, running about 190 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of old friends on an outing re-live various traumas and tragedies via flashback whilst trapped high above a ravine in a disabled cable-car.
Who’s in it. Hanging by a Thread stars Sam Groom as Paul Craig, Patty Duke as Sue Grainger, Joyce Bulifant as Anita Minton and Joyce Bulifant as Anita Minton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Hanging by a Thread 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 Hanging by a Thread page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hanging by a Thread tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hanging by a Thread (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hanging by a Thread change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hanging by a Thread worth watching?
- Hanging by a Thread holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hanging by a Thread?
- Hanging by a Thread stars Sam Groom, Patty Duke, Joyce Bulifant, Joyce Bulifant and Oliver Clark.
- When was Hanging by a Thread released?
- Hanging by a Thread was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 190 minutes.