Slim (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1937, Slim is a drama and romance film directed by Ray Enright, running about 85 minutes. “It's a scorcher!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Expert lineman Red takes Farm-boy Slim under his wing and teaches him the dangerous, migratory trade of putting up transmission lines. They both love their work, and the same girl, who hates their dangerous profession.
Who’s in it. Slim stars Pat O’Brien as Red Blayd, Henry Fonda as Slim, Stuart Erwin as Stumpy and Margaret Lindsay as Cally, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Slim 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 Slim page.
If you liked it. Fans of Slim tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Slim (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Slim change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Slim worth watching?
- Slim holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Slim?
- Slim stars Pat O’Brien, Henry Fonda, Stuart Erwin, Margaret Lindsay and John Litel.
- When was Slim released?
- Slim was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.