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Life on the Line

5.820161h 37mRMovieDramaActionThriller

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.…

DirectorDavid Hackl
WritersMarvin Peart·Chad Dubea
ProducersChad Dubea·Shawn Williamson

Where to watch

Rakuten TVRakuten TV
Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by David Hackl

JTJohn Travolta
John Travolta
Beau Ginner
KBKate Bosworth
Kate Bosworth
Bailey Ginner
DSDevon Sawa
Devon Sawa
Duncan
JBJulie Benz
Julie Benz
Carline
RRRyan Robbins
Ryan Robbins
Eugene
MBMatt Bellefleur
Matt Bellefleur
Ron
GBGil Bellows
Gil Bellows
Pok' Chop
RAReese Alexander
Reese Alexander
Russell
SSStuart Stone
Stuart Stone
Hunter
SSSharon Stone
Sharon Stone
Duncan's Mama
TOTy Olsson
Ty Olsson
Danny Ginner
LFLouis Ferreira
Louis Ferreira
Mr. Fontaine

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Life on the Line — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Life on the Line?

Life on the Line is streaming on Rakuten TV in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Life on the Line on Netflix?

No, Life on the Line is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Rakuten TV.

Is Life on the Line on Amazon Prime Video?

Life on the Line isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Life on the Line for free?

Life on the Line is available on Rakuten TV in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Life on the Line based on a true story?

Yes — Life on the Line is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).