The Thread of Life(1960)
The Thread of Life Synopsis
Introduction to DNA by Frank Baxter and Bell Labs.
The Thread of Life (1960) is a documentary film directed by Owen Crump, released on December 9, 1960 with a runtime of 53m. It stars Frank Baxter, Mel Blanc, Don Grady and Chet Huntley. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Owen Crump
- Writers:
- Rowland Barber
- Producers:
- Owen Crump
- Cinematographer:
- Mark Davis
- Production:
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status:
- Released
The Thread of Life Cast & Crew
Main cast
Frank Baxter
as Himself
Mel Blanc
as Ship's Voice (voice) (uncredited)
Don Grady
as Left handed boy (uncredited)
Chet Huntley
as Himself (opening narration) (voice) (uncredited)
Charles Seel
as Questioner (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Owen Crump, written by Rowland Barber, produced by Owen Crump.
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The Thread of Life Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 3 ratings.
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The Thread of Life – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Thread of Life online?
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Who stars in The Thread of Life?
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The main cast of The Thread of Life (1960) includes Frank Baxter, Mel Blanc, Don Grady, Chet Huntley and Charles Seel. The film was directed by Owen Crump. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Thread of Life released?
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The Thread of Life was released on December 9, 1960 and runs for 53m.
Is The Thread of Life worth watching?
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The Thread of Life (1960) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.