I Walk the Line

Overview

Henry Tawes, a middle-aged sheriff in a rural Tennessee town, is usually the first man to criticize others for their bad behavior. Miserable in his marriage, Henry falls in love with teenage seductress Alma, who is the daughter of local criminal and moonshiner Carl McCain. Henry's moral character comes further into question when he is tempted to conceal Carl's crimes in order to prolong his relationship with Alma.

Release Date

18 November 1970

97 minutes

Director

Main Cast

Sheriff Henry Tawes
Alma McCain
Ellen Haney
Carl McCain
Wylie Hunnicutt
Clay McCain
Buddy McCain
Grandpa Tawes