---
title: "The Slider"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-slider-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 588350
imdb_id: "tt3853806"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 77
community_rating: 3.3
vote_count: 3
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Slider (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-slider-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Slider is a 2017 drama film directed by Carlo Fusco and starring Tom Sizemore, Bruce Davison, and Daryl Hannah. The story follows a hospital janitor named Michael whose wife, Ester, falls into depression following the death of their son, leading Michael to attempt extreme measures to save her.

The film features an international cast of renowned actors contributing to its outline and is categorized as a drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 17 minutes. It explores heavy themes of grief, mental health struggles, and the boundaries a spouse is willing to cross.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A hospital janitor goes to extreme lengths to save his depressed wife."

### Why Watch
- Features a cast including Tom Sizemore, Bruce Davison, and Daryl Hannah.
- Directed by Carlo Fusco.
- Explores a dark and desperate mission to save a grieving spouse.

### Caveats & Content Note
- It has a short runtime of 1 hour and 17 minutes.
- Tone & Suitability: The film runs for 1 hour and 17 minutes and is classified under the drama genre.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #drama, #hospital-setting, #grief, #marriage, #extreme-lengths

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Cineverse Amazon Channel | Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Carlo Fusco

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tom Sizemore** as *Nurse Walter Zanin*
- **Bruce Davison** as *Ispector Wiesel*
- **Daryl Hannah** as *Carol*
- **Hal Yamanouchi** as *Goro Nagano*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Slider?
Streaming availability can be checked on platforms such as TMDB and Plex.

### Q: Is The Slider worth watching?
It may appeal to viewers interested in dramatic stories featuring actors like Tom Sizemore, Bruce Davison, and Daryl Hannah.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The Slider has a runtime of 1 hour and 17 minutes.

### Q: Who directed The Slider?
The film was directed by Carlo Fusco.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Slider — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/588350)
- [The Slider (2017) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3853806)
- [The Slider (2017) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/588350-the-slider/cast)
- [The Slider (film) - Wikipedia](https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Slider_(film))
- [The Slider (2017) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-slider/credits)
- [The Slider (2017) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/the-slider/LV0NM7LWUeLIuaLMjBA827/credits/)

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