Slither
NR 1974 · 30 min · ★ 10.0 · Crime, Comedy, TV Movie, Drama
A well-meaning but stupid ex-convict is drawn into a get-rich scheme that could result in his imprisonment.
Directed by Daryl Duke · Written by W.D. Richter
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Barry Bostwick Dick Kanipsia -
Patti Deutsch Ruthie -
Cliff Emmich Fat Stranger - M Michael C. Gwynne Stranger
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Seamon Glass Farmer -
Louis Quinn Seller - R Robert Stiles Seller #2
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Johnny Delgado Driver
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