The Switch(1993)
All he wanted was to live and die with dignity.
Synopsis
Larry McAfee is paralyzed from the neck down following a motorcycle accident. He gradually loses the will to live, in the meantime befriending a talk radio DJ over the phone. The two meet each other and become friends, though Larry still wishes to end his life. The DJ reluctantly has a switch installed on Larry's life support that Larry can activate at any time (via his mouth) to end his life.
Directed by Bobby Roth
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Gary Cole
Larry McAfee
Craig T. Nelson
Russ Fine
Kathleen Nolan
Larry's Mother
Chris Mulkey
Bill
L. Scott Caldwell
Mrs. Linson
Max Gail
Judge Johnson
David Purdham
Davis
Richard Redlin
Franklin Clark (as Richard Robert Redlin)
Hinton Battle
Hildred Shumake
Henry G. Sanders
Hank
Timothy Scott
Larry's Father (as Tim Scott)
David Schickele
Dr. Greene
James Harper
Staff Doctor
Gina Gallego
ICU Nurse
Jessie Nelson
Elizabeth Garland
Martin Davidson
Hospital Attorney
Tamara E. Genest
Meredith
Beverly D'Angelo
Dee (uncredited)
The Switch — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Switch?+
The Switch is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did The Switch come out?+
The Switch was released in 1993.
How long is The Switch?+
The Switch runs for 91 minutes (1 hour and 31 minutes).
Who directed The Switch?+
The Switch was directed by Bobby Roth.
Who stars in The Switch?+
The Switch stars Gary Cole, Craig T. Nelson, Kathleen Nolan, Chris Mulkey and L. Scott Caldwell.
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