| The Red Thread | |
| Type: | studio |
| Artist: | Arab Strap |
| Cover: | The_red_thread_by_arab_strap.jpg |
| Genre: | Alternative rock |
| Label: | Chemikal Underground |
| Prev Title: | Elephant Shoe |
| Prev Year: | 1999 |
| Next Title: | Monday at the Hug & Pint |
| Next Year: | 2003 |
The Red Thread is the fourth studio album by Scottish indie rock band Arab Strap, released on 26 February 2001 by Chemikal Underground.
Aidan Moffat of Arab Strap has commented on the title of the album, saying: