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20161h 37m5.8(234)

Life on the Line

DramaActionThriller
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2016-11-18
1h 37m
English
Released
Lionsgate Premiere

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As a huge electrical storm sweeps towards Texas, lineman Beau Ginner is haunted by memories of his brother's death by lightning years earlier. Since that tragic day, he has raised his niece Bailey and risen to foreman of a lineman team. However, there is friction when Bailey's on-off boyfriend Duncan joins the crew, while another new recruit is hiding PTSD symptoms. Beau and his team are soon putting their lives at risk in a race to replace miles of power cables to keep the electrical grid running before the deadly lightning storm strikes. Based on a true story; this film is a tribute to the heroes who risk it all to keep us safe.

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About Life on the Line

As a huge electrical storm sweeps towards Texas, lineman Beau Ginner is haunted by memories of his brother's death by lightning years earlier. Since that tragic day, he has raised his niece Bailey and risen to foreman of a lineman team. However, there is friction when Bailey's on-off boyfriend Duncan joins the crew, while another new recruit is hiding PTSD symptoms. Beau and his team are soon putting their lives at risk in a race to replace miles of power cables to keep the electrical grid running before the deadly lightning storm strikes. Based on a true story; this film is a tribute to the heroes who risk it all to keep us safe. Running 97 minutes.

Life on the Line Cast and Characters

The cast features John Travolta (as Beau Ginner), Kate Bosworth (as Bailey Ginner), Devon Sawa (as Duncan), Julie Benz (as Carline), and Ryan Robbins (as Eugene). Their performances are a major reason Life on the Line has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Life on the Line

Life on the Line flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts, action sequences that don't feel cheap, and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Life on the Line?

Life on the Line runs for 97 minutes (about 1.6 hours).

Is Life on the Line good? What's the rating?

Life on the Line holds a 5.8/10 rating based on 234 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of Life on the Line?

The main cast includes John Travolta, Kate Bosworth, Devon Sawa, and Julie Benz, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Life on the Line available in English?

Yes — Life on the Line was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was Life on the Line released?

Life on the Line was released in 2016.

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What is Life on the Line about?

Life on the Line is a Drama/Action English-language film. As a huge electrical storm sweeps towards Texas, lineman Beau Ginner is haunted by memories of his brother's death by lightning years earlier. Since that tragic day, he has raised his niece Bailey and risen to foreman of a lineman team. However, there is friction when Bailey's on-off boyfriend Duncan joins the crew, while another new recruit is hiding PTSD symptoms. Beau and his team are soon putting their lives at risk in a race to replace miles of power cables to keep the electrical grid running before the deadly lightning storm strikes. Based on a true story; this film is a tribute to the heroes who risk it all to keep us safe.

When was Life on the Line released?

Life on the Line was released on November 18, 2016. It has a runtime of 1h 37m. The film was produced by Lionsgate Premiere.

Who stars in Life on the Line?

Life on the Line stars John Travolta, Kate Bosworth, Devon Sawa and Julie Benz. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Life on the Line available in HD?

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