---
title: "Hanging by a Wire"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hanging-by-a-wire-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1480856
imdb_id: "tt37405791"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 77
community_rating: 0.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Hanging by a Wire (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hanging-by-a-wire-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Hanging by a Wire is a 2026 documentary film directed by Mohammed Ali Naqvi and co-written with Bilal Sami. The film is a co-production of the United Kingdom, Pakistan, and the United States. It details a real event that made headlines around the world regarding the rescue of passengers from a cable car. On a Tuesday morning in August 2023, a group of kids set off for school by climbing into a makeshift cable car for a journey across a mountain pass in northwest Pakistan. During the transit, two cables suddenly snapped, leaving the teenagers in mortal danger while dangling nine hundred feet above the ground. The documentary recounts the August 2023 rescue in Pakistan of the eight passengers who were trapped in the perilous situation high above the ground. The film runs for one hour and seventeen minutes and was released in the United States on January 22, 2026.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Mohammed Naqvi
- **Networks / Studios**: Mindhouse Productions, EverWonder Studio, 64th Street Media

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Hanging by a Wire online?
Hanging by a Wire is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Paramount Plus. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Hanging by a Wire worth watching?
Hanging by a Wire holds a community rating of 0.0/10. It offers engaging Documentary, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Hanging by a Wire and when was it released?
Hanging by a Wire is a feature film with a runtime of 77 minutes. It was released in 2026. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Hanging by a Wire?
Hanging by a Wire was directed by Mohammed Naqvi.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Hanging by a Wire — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1480856)
- [Hanging by a Wire - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hanging_by_a_Wire)
- [Hanging by a Wire (2026) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37405791/fullcredits/)
- [Hanging by a Wire (2026) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1480856-hanging-by-a-wire)
- [Hanging by a Wire (2026) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/hanging-by-a-wire-2026/credits)

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