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Hanging by a Wire

January 22, 2026 1h 17m

Released in January 2026. Hanging by a Wire is a documentary/thriller film. directed by Mohammed Naqvi. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

On a Tuesday morning in August 2023, a group of kids set off for school, climbing into a makeshift cable car for the journey across a mountain pass in northwest Pakistan. What happened next would make headlines around the world. Suddenly, 900 feet above the ground, two cables snapped, putting the teenagers in mortal danger.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 22, 2026 Just released
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Runtime 1h 17m 77 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Mindhouse Productions
  • EverWonder Studio

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hanging by a Wire about?

On a Tuesday morning in August 2023, a group of kids set off for school, climbing into a makeshift cable car for the journey across a mountain pass in northwest Pakistan. What happened next would m...

Who directed Hanging by a Wire?

Hanging by a Wire was directed by Mohammed Naqvi.

How long is Hanging by a Wire?

Hanging by a Wire has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).

When was Hanging by a Wire released?

Hanging by a Wire was released on January 22, 2026 in theaters.